Silver Frost White Butterfly Bush
Best low maintenance plant for attracting butterflies to any garden.
As its name suggests, the Silver Frost Butterfly Bush features silvery, frosty colors. It forms a rounded mound of light gray-green foliage 5 to 6 feet tall and wide from which rise sturdy stems bearing clustered spikes packed with fragrant, snow-white flowers with cute golden eyes. The flower spikes start coming in June and continue through summer well into fall, and are held more erect than on other butterfly bushes. Silver Frost is a fine accent, grouping, or hedge in sunny perennial gardens and landscape borders where the butterflies and hummingbirds will flock to feed on the nectar-rich flowers. Note: _Buddleia davidii_ 'Silver Frost' has been approved as a seedless butterfly bush cultivar and is considered sterile, producing fewer than 2% viable seeds, so it will not spread. It is approved for sale in all states without restriction.
$68.85
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
925
/ 3331
#925 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+75%
Above average
USDA Growing Zone
5566778899
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Who it's for
- Gardeners aiming to support local ecosystems and enjoy wildlife
- Homeowners seeking a long-blooming, visually appealing, low-maintenance shrub
- Busy gardeners or beginners desiring a beautiful, hassle-free addition
Who should skip it
- Environmentally conscious gardeners in regions where Buddleja is invasive
- Gardeners who prefer truly hands-off plants or dislike annual pruning
- Planners seeking long-term, permanent landscape fixtures
Key Specs
USDA Growing Zone
5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Plant Type
Shrub, Hedge, Fragrant Plant
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Sunlight
Full Sun (min 6 hours)
Plant Height
4' to 6'
Plant Width
4' to 6'
Flower Color
White Shades
Bloom Season
Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall, Late Fall
Features
- Fragrant Snow-White Flowers with Golden Eyes
- Attracts Butterflies and Hummingbirds
- Silvery, Light Gray-Green Foliage
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Deer and Rabbit Resistant
- Blooms June Through Fall
- Low to Average Maintenance
- Seedless Cultivar
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this plant for its exceptional quality and ease of establishment. Many reviewers highlight receiving healthy, well packaged plants that quickly thrive in various garden settings. The beautiful white blooms are a significant draw, attracting numerous butterflies and hummingbirds, adding vibrant life to outdoor spaces. Gardeners appreciate its robust growth and minimal care requirements, making it a rewarding addition for both novice and experienced enthusiasts seeking a low maintenance yet impactful flowering shrub. Its reliable performance and stunning aesthetic are frequently celebrated.
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