- These non-spreading buddleia have no observable viable seed
- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 2 - 3 Feet
- Mature Spread 2 - 3 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 11
The Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush or Buddleia davidii Butterfly Candy™ 'Lil Lavender'™ is a prolific bloomer that thrives with minimal care. Tiny purple flowers have notched petals and an orange eye. The dainty flowers grow in a cone and start to bloom at the base of the cone and open in ascending order. This shrub continues to bloom all summer long. The flowers are offset by silver-green foliage.
The full form and abundant flowers of the Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush make this plant an excellent addition to a bed or border. Group several together for a stunning mass planting. Plant this butterfly bush in a container to enjoy the charming good looks and fragrant flowers on a deck or patio area. Pollinators, particularly butterflies, enjoy the flowers. The foliage and flowers are deer resistant for added peace of mind. Grow the Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush in zones 4 through 11.
Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush Care
Full sun or at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight is necessary for this butterfly bush to grow and thrive. Young plants need consistent moisture, while established shrubs only need water during a dry period. Plant in fertile and well-drained soil. Fertilize with a balanced plant food to promote continued blooms.
Remove spent flowers or deadhead the plant to encourage more blooms. Shape the plant in early spring to encourage a rounded form and promote branching.
Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush Spacing
The Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush reaches 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Space plants 2 feet apart for a dense planting or feature one in a 16-inch wide container.
Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 11 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Habit: Clumping, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Lavender Shades |
| Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
| Foliage Type: Semi-Evergreen |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: Green Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Fall Interest, 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Heat |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Hedges & Privacy |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Continuous Blooming or Rebloomer |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Li'l Lavender™ Butterfly Bush |
| Other Name(s): Summer Lilac |
| Scientific Name: Buddleia davidii Butterfly Candy™ 'Lil Lavender'™ |
- SKU:
- LLBBS
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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