Butterfly Bush - Honeycomb
The Butterfly Bush 'Honeycomb', Buddleia 'Honeycomb', is a beautiful yellowing flowering variety of butterfly bush. This bush flowers summer and fall and is easy to grow. With a name like Butterfly Bush you might expect a plant to be attractive to butterflies. In fact, it's more than attractive; it's a magnet for all the butterflies that pass through your garden seeking nectar.
This deciduous bush blooms mid-summer to early fall. Butterflies and bees will flock to the honey-scented blossoms, whose dilute nectar is sweetest in midday sun. Plant it near a path or patio and the shrub will provide a delightful fragrance for you, too. It's generally pest-free. This plant blooms on new growth and should be pruned back to the ground in spring.
Plant Facts
| Family | Buddleia 'Honeycomb' |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Green |
| Mature Height | 4 - 6 feet |
| Mature Spread | 4 - 6 feet |
| Soil | Widely Adaptable |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Moisture | Widely Adaptable |
| Mature Form | Upright, Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
Quick Overview
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