
Light Needs

Mature Height

Mature Spread

Growing Zones
This butterfly bush is miniature, but you better believe its still stunning! It has a bloom season that lasts from summer until the first frost, giving you plenty of time to enjoy its beauty. The Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush has no need for deadheading and is drought tolerant. Fragrant flowers bring pollinators of all kinds while being resistant to deer.
The charming Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush has dark green foliage that the perfect complement to its purple blue flowers. Blooms season begins in the summer and lasts through fall until the first frost. The blooms are fragrant and attract hummingbirds and butterflies. This deciduous shrub grows to a height of 24” to 30” inches classifying it in the medium height category. The spread of the Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush is 24” to 30” inches. This butterfly bush has a mounded habit and is great for planting in containers as a filler. Add it to any landscape or use it for ground cover and mass planting.
Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush Care
The Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush is a sun loving perennial. Plant in full sun so it gets at minimum 6 hours. Plant in the spring for best results. Adaptable to all soils with varying PH levels, the soil must be well drained. This butterfly bush has average water needs. No deadheading is necessary. If pruning is desired, do so in the spring.
Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush Spacing
Spacing is important to remember when planting your butterfly bush. It encourages a healthy root system and ensures the plants health. Spacing for the Lo and Behold Blue Chip Butterfly Bush should be 24”-48” inches, center on center.
Interesting Fact(s) - This plant is sometimes called "summer lilac" instead of a "butterfly bush."
Buddleia x 'Blue Chip' Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
Flower Color(s): Blue, Purple |
Bloom Period: Summer |
Foliage Color(s): Dark Green |
Exposure: Full Sun |
Height: 2-2.5 Feet |
Spread: 2-2.5 Feet |
Spacing: 2-4 Feet |
Habit: Mounded |
Blooms On: New Wood |
Watering: Average |
Shrub Type: Deciduous |
Type: Non-invasive |
Scientific Name: Buddleia x USPP 19,991 |
Common Name: Lo and Behold® Blue Chip Butterfly Bush |
Other Names: Summer Lilac |
Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
- SKU:
- BUDBC
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 31th |
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.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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