Butterfly Bush, Bicolor
Best vibrant addition for pollinator friendly garden enthusiasts.
This Butterfly Bush, Bicolor cultivar offers unique blooms of yellow and rose-lavender, reaching 12 to 18 inches long. It's an easy-to-grow shrub that thrives in full sun and is highly attractive to butterflies. The plant dies back in colder climates but regrows from its roots, making it a resilient perennial. Its fragrant flower spikes are produced throughout the summer, making it lovely for floral arrangements. This shrub typically grows 4-8 feet tall and requires 6 feet of spacing.
$19.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners wanting to support local wildlife and enjoy a lively garden.
- Homeowners desiring vibrant, long-lasting floral displays throughout warmer months.
- Beginners or busy individuals seeking beautiful, low-effort garden additions.
Who should skip it
- Environmentally conscious gardeners in regions where it is considered invasive.
- Gardeners preferring hands-off plants or those with limited time for maintenance.
- Gardeners in areas with high deer populations seeking truly deer-proof plants.
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
High-nectar spikes act as a magnet for local butterfly populations.
Hardiness Resilience
Reliably returns from roots even after harsh winter die-back.
Visual Impact
Striking bicolor blooms provide a sophisticated contrast in garden beds.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in a sunny location.
Floral Utility
Long, fragrant spikes serve as excellent additions to seasonal bouquets.
Growth Vigor
Rapid development ensures a substantial presence by mid-summer.
Key Specs
Growing Zones
5 to 9
Flowering Season
Summer
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Fragrant
Yes
Attracts Butterflies
Yes
Attracts Hummingbirds
Yes
Size Shipped
4 inch pots
Height
4-8'
Know before you buy
The Bicolor Butterfly Bush is hardy in zones 5 through 9. In colder climates, the plant will die back to the ground during winter but will reliably regrow from its roots in the spring.
You should space these shrubs at least 6 feet apart. This allows for adequate airflow and provides enough room for the plant to reach its mature height of 4 to 8 feet.
Yes, this cultivar thrives in full sun. Planting it in a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily will ensure the most abundant production of its fragrant, bicolor flower spikes.
Absolutely. The 12 to 18-inch flower spikes are fragrant and hold up well, making them an excellent choice for fresh floral arrangements throughout the summer.
Yes, in addition to butterflies, the fragrant blooms are highly attractive to hummingbirds. It is a great choice if you are looking to support local pollinators in your garden.
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