- USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9
- Height 4-5 Feet Tall
- Spread 4-5 Feet Wide
- Light Requirement is Full Sun
Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush is non-invasive and smaller in size than many other butterfly bush varieties. This fast-growing deciduous shrub produces long-lasting, pure white honey-scented blossoms for months during the summer into fall without deadheading. This variety was bred by Dr. Dennis Werner at North Carolina State University. This shrub is sometimes referred to as summer lilac.
Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush is a great landscape choice for border gardens, screening utilities, privacy or unattractive views, in mass planting or as a focal point in your garden. It can also be grown as a container plant. The long, narrow clusters of white blossoms formed at the tips of each stem are attractive to many species of butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. It’s also deer and rabbit resistant. This shrub can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 9 and will reach between 4 and 5 feet in height and width when mature.
Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush Care
Blossoms appear on new growth but prune in the spring after new leaf growth emerges for best results. Prune to just above the point where new growth begins. New spring growth takes place later than in most shrubs so don’t be concerned and tempted to remove the plan inadvertently thinking that it has not survived the winter. Plant Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush in a sunny location in well-draining soil. It is susceptible to root rot in wet winter and spring conditions.
Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush Spacing
Plant multiple specimens 4 to 5 feet apart on center. Avoid planting Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush in the fall in USDA hardiness zones 5 and 6. This is because the plant needs time to become established to survive harsh winter conditions.
Buddleia x 'Miss Pearl' Plant Facts
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
Flower Color(s): White |
Bloom Period: Summer through Fall |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Exposure: Full Sun |
Height: 4-5 Feet |
Spread: 4-5 Feet |
Spacing: 4-5 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Blooms On: New Wood |
Watering: Low |
Shrub Type: Deciduous |
Type: Non-invasive |
Scientific Name: Buddleia x 'Miss Pearl' USPP 28,553 |
Common Name: Miss Pearl Butterfly Bush |
Other Names: Summer Lilac |
Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
- SKU:
- BUDMP
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.
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- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.