Miss Molly Butterfly Bush (Buddleia 'Miss Molly')

Miss Molly Butterfly Bush (Buddleia 'Miss Molly') is a densely branched deciduous shrub with willowy deep green leaves. Dense spikes of fragrant ruby-red flowers bloom in summer, attracting butterflies and other pollinators.

Removing spent flowers can encourage continued bloom into fall. Grow in full sun and well-drained soil.

Growing details

• Plant type: Deciduous shrub
• Mature height: 4–5 feet
• Mature spread: 4–5 feet
• Spacing: Approximately 4 feet apart
• Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained; intolerant of wet soil
• Flowers: Fragrant ruby-red clusters
• Bloom season: Summer, with continued flowering possible into fall
• Foliage: Willowy deep green leaves

Care and garden use

This low-maintenance shrub needs good drainage. Remove spent flower clusters to encourage further bloom, and watch for spider mites and nematodes.

Use as an accent or in grouped plantings, borders, wildlife gardens, rock gardens, foundation plantings, or suitably sized containers. Pair with Russian sage, bluebeard, or aster where growing conditions suit each plant.

Image credit: Proven Winners, Miss Molly Butterfly Bush. Plants naturally vary in appearance and may differ from the images shown.