Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The hot pink flowers of the Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush attract many pollinators and introduce vibrant color into a space. The individual flowers are tiny but bloom in cone-shaped clusters, creating a more impressive display. The monochromatic flowers are the same deep pink hue throughout. The Buddleia davidii Butterfly Candy™ Lil' Raspberry™ blooms from summer through fall. Dark green foliage comes to a point and gives the plant a lush look.
This fast-growing plant has an upright, bushy form that works well in a butterfly garden and is also a good pick near a vegetable garden. The flowers encourage bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to visit the area. Feature the Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush in a mixed bed or create a low hedge or foundation planting. This beauty is deer resistant for added peace of mine in rural areas. Grow the Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush in zones 4 through 11.
Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush Care
Plant this perennial in full to part sun and use moist, well-drained, fertile soil. The Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush is somewhat drought tolerant but flowers best with evenly moist soil. Apply a layer of organic compost to slow evaporation, reduce weeds, and give the plant a nutritional boost.
Prune the shrub in the spring to remove overgrowth and create a tidy appearance. Remove no more than one-third of the growth to encourage branching and create a full form. Trim spent flowers to prolong the blooming period.
Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush Spacing
Li'l Raspberry™ Butterfly Bushes stand 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Create a continuous planting by spacing shrubs 2 to 3 feet apart.
Li'l Raspberry™ 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): Pink |
| Flower Description: Hot Pink |
| 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 Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush |
| Other Name(s): Summer Lilac |
| Scientific Name: Buddleia Butterfly Candy™ 'Li'l Raspberry' |
- SKU:
- LRBBS
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 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.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.