
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 3 - 4 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 6 - 9
Make your space a pollinator sanctuary, or just enjoy some lovely blooms with the Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection. Tiny flowers densely grow in cone-shaped clusters that gently arch. The flowers bloom from summer through fall and are offset by ovate foliage that comes to a point. The collection features three plants, including Buddleia davidii Dapper® Lavender ('Buddaplav’), Pink ('Condappin’), and White ('Dapconwhi’). The plants are identical except for the flower color, which gives them a cohesive and curated appearance.
Butterfly bushes are great for a colorful border or a stunning mixed bed. Group the plants together or plant them in different areas of a yard for a coordinated look. The plants in the Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection grow well in containers, where they take the role of filler. Trim stems to include flowers in arrangements. Their sweet fragrance makes them a favorite of pollinators like butterflies. Feature these plants near a patio, deck, or walkway to fully enjoy the honey-like scent.
Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection Care
Plant these butterfly bushes in full sun and in fertile, moist, and well-drained soil. Young plants need consistent water, while acclimated plants can handle some dryness. Water the plants during a drought to support continued blooming. Apply a balanced fertilizer each spring.
Butterfly bushes are herbaceous perennials. Remove damaged growth in early spring before new growth emerges.
Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection Spacing
All of the plants in the Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection stand 3 to 4 feet tall and wide. Space plants 3 to 4 feet apart to create a continuous planting.
Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6 - 9 |
Plant Type: Perennials |
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet |
Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
Spacing: 3 - 3.5 Feet |
Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): Purple |
Flower Description: Light Purple / Lavender |
Bloom Period: Summer to Frost! |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Grey-Green to Mint Green |
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer, Rabbit, Disease, Pests & Insects |
Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Containers, Specimen or Focal Point |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
Brand: |
Common Name: Dwarf Dapper® Butterfly Bush Collection |
Other Name(s): Summer Lilac |
Scientific Name: Buddleia davidii Lavender 'Buddaplav', Pink 'Condappin', White 'Dapconwhi' |
- SKU:
- 123PLA1525-npn
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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