Buddleia Lo & Behold Purple Haze
Best compact shrub for attracting pollinators with minimal effort.
The Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush offers a compact, spreading habit with dark green, feathery foliage. It produces striking royal purple blooms from mid-summer until the first frost, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This award-winning variety is known for its exceptional color and performance. It reaches a height of 24-36 inches and a width of 36-42 inches, making it suitable for borders, walkways, containers, or fields. It is easy to care for, requiring occasional watering, and is resistant to deer and common garden pests. Exceptionally tolerant of heat and drought, it thrives in tough growing climates.
$25.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
2385
/ 3331
#2385 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Genus
Buddleia
/ Buddleia
Who it's for
- Gardeners eager to support local ecosystems and enjoy wildlife in their yard.
- Homeowners with small gardens or those concerned about invasive plant species.
- Beginners or busy individuals seeking beautiful, resilient plants with little fuss.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with predominantly shady yards or limited sunny planting spots.
- Ecologically-minded gardeners prioritizing native plant species for their local environment.
- Northern gardeners expecting year-round structure or minimal seasonal maintenance.
Key Specs
Genus
Buddleia
Species
hybrid
Variety
'Purple Haze'
PPAF
PP24514
Zone
5 - 9
Bloom Start to End
Mid Summer - Late Fall
Habit
Spreading
Height
24 in - 3 ft
Features
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Low-spreading habit for groundcover
- Blooms from mid-summer to first frost
- Resistant to heat and drought
- Deer resistant and pest resistant
- Seedless and sterile, will not spread
- Easy care with occasional watering
What customers say
Customers consistently praise this butterfly bush for its remarkable ease of care and reliable performance. Many appreciate its compact size, making it suitable for various garden spaces without becoming overgrown. Gardeners frequently highlight its continuous bloom throughout the season, providing vibrant purple flowers that genuinely attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Its hardiness and ability to thrive with minimal effort are recurring positive points, making it a favorite for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking a beautiful, low maintenance addition.
Still have a question?
Ask Hayley anything about this product before you decide.
Ready to buy?
$26