Black Knight Butterfly Bush

Deep purple flower spikes, sweetly fragrant, essential butterfly magnet

Botanical Name- Buddleia Black Knight

Pronunciation- BUD-lee-uh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width-

Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well drained

Current Size- #2

Bloom Color- Violet purple

Bloom Time- July - September

Companion Plants- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (attracts pollinators, complementary color)

Fauna Attracted- Butterflies (swallowtails, monarchs, painted ladies), bees, hummingbirds (check invasiveness in some areas)

Plant Habit- Perennial

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP50A

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune heavily in early spring to encourage new growth; water in dry weather and fertilize sparingly.

Trimming Instructions- Cut back hard in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring after pruning; moderate feeding need. Improve clay soil drainage around roots to prevent rot.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Spider mites, aphids, root rot