shrub

Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush

Buddleja 'Blueberry Pie'

$64.95

The Story

Plant Bio

Buddleia, or Butterfly Bush, are fast-growing deciduous shrubs celebrated for their long, conical flower panicles that are highly attractive to butterflies. They bloom profusely from summer to fall.

Blueberry Pie is a compact variety, perfect for smaller gardens and containers. It produces large, fragrant, violet-blue flowers continuously throughout the summer without the need for deadheading. It is also a non-invasive cultivar.

Uses & Benefits:

Blueberry Pie provides a continuous supply of large, fragrant, deep violet-blue flower spikes from summer until frost. Its compact size allows it to be used in a variety of garden settings, from perennial borders to decorative pots on a patio, adding vibrant color and life.

This shrub is exceptionally easy to care for, being heat and drought tolerant, and resistant to deer and rabbits. Its non-invasive nature means gardeners can enjoy the beauty of a butterfly bush without worrying about it spreading into unwanted areas.

Buddleia are famous for being butterfly magnets, providing a rich source of nectar for dozens of species, including Monarchs, Swallowtails, and Painted Ladies. They are also highly attractive to bees, moths, and hummingbirds, making them a cornerstone of a pollinator-friendly garden.

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

30 inches

Width

30 inches

Light

Full Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Low to medium

Humidity

Low to average

Lifespan

10-15 years

Native To

Hybrid; parent species from Asia

Toxicity

Non-toxic

Bloom period

Mid-summer – Early fall

In flower about 3 months of the year

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose the sunniest, best-drained spot in your garden.
Amend heavy clay soil with compost and grit to improve drainage.
Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the pot.
Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the crown is at soil level.
Backfill with soil and water well.
Avoid heavy mulching directly against the stem.

Pro Tip

Wait until you see new buds breaking on the lower stems in spring before pruning. This ensures you don't prune too early.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide at least 6-8 hours of direct sun daily for best flowering.
Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Prune back hard in early spring to encourage a flush of new, flower-bearing stems.
Choose modern, sterile cultivars to prevent unwanted seeding.

Don't

Do not plant in shade or wet, heavy soil.
Avoid over-fertilizing, which can produce lush leaves but fewer flowers.
Don't prune in the fall, as the hollow stems can collect water and rot the crown.
Do not overwater; they are very drought tolerant once established.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Plant
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Centerpiece of a butterfly or pollinator gardenColorful accent in mixed perennial bordersExcellent 'thriller' for large container plantings

Companion Plants

Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus'Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm'Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night'Liatris spicata Asclepias tuberosa

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush questions

What zones can Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush grow in?

Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush is hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush deer resistant?

Yes — Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush bloom?

Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush typically blooms in mid-summer through early fall. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush need full sun?

Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush does best in full sun (6+ hours).

Is Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Blueberry Pie Butterfly Bush handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.