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Butterfly Bush 'Bicolor'

Butterfly Bush 'Bicolor'

$12.25
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Growing Zones: 5-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: 60-72"
Spacing: 36-60"
Bloom Color: Multi-Colors
Shipped Pot Size: 3.25"
Availability: Spring 2026
  • NON-GMO
  • Chimical free
  • 100% Guarantee
  • Deer Resistant
  • Aroma
  • Pollinator
  • Cut
  • Butterfly

  • Butterfly Bush 'Bicolor'

    Buddleia x weyeriana Bicolor

    Discover the vibrant charm of our uniquely colorful butterfly bush, featuring stunning 6-8 inch long, multi-colored flowers that captivate the eye. Blooming from early summer through fall, these flowers attract a delightful array of butterflies, honeybees, and hummingbirds, enriching your garden’s ecosystem.

    The bicolor variety reaches 5-6 feet tall and thrives in well-drained, moist soil in full sun. Regular deadheading encourages continuous blooming, ensuring your garden remains lively and enchanting throughout the season. Add this eye-catching, wildlife-friendly plant to your garden for a burst of color and nature’s visitors.

  • Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ – Easy Growing Tips 🦋🌸

    Make your Butterfly Bush happy with these simple steps:

    🌞 Light

    • Plant in full sun
    • Needs 6–8 hours of direct sunlight every day
    • Too much shade = fewer flowers

    🌡️ Temperature & Climate

    • Best in USDA Zones 5–9
    • Loves warm summers
    • In colder areas, it may die back to the ground in winter but often regrows in spring

    🌱 Soil

    • Prefers well-drained soil (no standing water)
    • Grows in poor to average soil – doesn’t need rich soil
    • Slightly alkaline to neutral soil is ideal, but it’s flexible

    Tip: If your soil is heavy clay, mix in compost and sand or grit to improve drainage.

    💧 Watering

    • Water regularly the first year while it’s getting established

      Keep soil lightly moist, not soggy

    • Once established, it’s drought-tolerant 🌵
    • Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out between waterings

    🌸 Fertilizer

    • Doesn’t need much feeding
    • In early spring, you can:

      Add a thin layer of compost around the base, or
      Use a balanced, slow‑release fertilizer (follow package directions)

    • Too much fertilizer = more leaves, fewer flowers

    ✂️ Pruning

    • Prune in late winter or very early spring

      Cut stems back to about 12–24 inches from the ground
      Remove any dead, weak, or crossing branches

    • During bloom season, deadhead (cut off spent flower spikes) to:

      Encourage more blooms
      Help prevent self-seeding

    🪴 Planting Tips

    • Space plants 5–6 feet apart so they have room to grow
    • Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, but not deeper
    • Place the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil
    • Backfill, gently firm the soil, then water well

    🦋 Pollinators & Wildlife

    • Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds 🦋🐝🐦
    • Plant near patios or seating areas to enjoy the show

    🐛 Pests & Problems

    • Usually low-maintenance and trouble-free
    • Watch for:

      Spider mites in hot, dry weather (look for tiny webs and speckled leaves)
      Root rot in wet, poorly drained soil

    Prevention:

    • Don’t overwater
    • Make sure soil drains well

    🌿 Winter Care

    • In cold areas, add a light layer of mulch around the base in late fall
    • Don’t pile mulch against the stems – leave a little space
    • If stems die back, wait until spring to see what resprouts before removing them

    🌈 Extra Tips for Success

    • Plant your ‘BiColor’ where you can see the purple + yellow two-tone blooms up close
    • Combine with:

      Russian sage, coneflowers, black‑eyed Susans, salvias

    • Great for sunny borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens 🌼

    Follow these basics and your Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ should thrive and bring tons of butterflies to your garden! 🦋💜💛

  • Fun Ways to Use Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ in Your Garden 🦋🌸

    Here are simple ideas for enjoying your plant once it’s growing and blooming:

    🦋 Create a Butterfly & Pollinator Corner

    • Plant it near other pollinator-friendly flowers like coneflowers, zinnias, and salvia
    • Add a shallow water dish with stones so butterflies and bees can drink
    • Place a bench or chair nearby so you can sit and watch the butterflies

    👉 Great for kids and guests to enjoy nature up close.

    🌸 Use as a Colorful Focal Point

    • Plant ‘BiColor’ where its two-tone flowers (purple + yellow) really stand out
    • Use it as a centerpiece in a sunny flower bed
    • Surround it with lower plants so the butterfly bush is the star of the show ✨

    🚶‍♀️ Brighten Pathways & Entrances

    • Plant near a walkway, driveway, or front entry
    • The blooms and butterflies create a welcoming feel for anyone visiting 🏡
    • Every time you walk by, you’ll see movement and color

    🪟 Enjoy From Indoors

    • Place it where you can see it from a window, porch, or patio
    • You’ll enjoy the butterflies and flowers without even going outside

    🌼 Mixed Border or Cottage Garden Look

    • Combine with:

      🌿 Russian sage
      🌼 Black-eyed Susans
      🌸 Coneflowers
      💜 Catmint

    • This gives a soft, flowing, cottage-style garden that’s full of life

    ✂️ Cut Flowers for Simple Bouquets

    • Snip a few flower spikes and place them in a vase indoors
    • Mix with greenery or other garden flowers for an easy homegrown arrangement
    • Trim in the morning and put stems in water right away for longer-lasting blooms 💐

    🐦 Attract Birds & Other Wildlife

    • Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees as well as butterflies
    • Combine with seed-producing plants (like sunflowers or coneflowers) to invite songbirds too 🎶

    😌 Relaxing “Garden Retreat” Spot

    • Put your Butterfly Bush near a small seating area:

      A chair, bench, or hammock
      Maybe a small table for coffee or tea ☕

    • Enjoy the scent, color, and movement as a daily stress reliever

    📸 Photo & Memory Spot

    • Use it as a backdrop for family photos in the garden
    • Take pictures of the different butterflies that visit and note which ones you see 📷🦋

    👩‍🌾 Teaching & Sharing Plant

    • Great for teaching kids or friends about:

      Pollinators
      Flower colors and shapes
      How plants support wildlife

    • You can even share cuttings or seedlings (where allowed) with neighbors and gardening friends 🤝

    By placing Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ where you’ll see it often and combining it with other sunny flowers, you turn it into more than just a plant — it becomes a butterfly magnet, color spot, and relaxing view in your garden. 🦋💜💛

Description

Butterfly Bush 'Bicolor'

Buddleia x weyeriana Bicolor

Discover the vibrant charm of our uniquely colorful butterfly bush, featuring stunning 6-8 inch long, multi-colored flowers that captivate the eye. Blooming from early summer through fall, these flowers attract a delightful array of butterflies, honeybees, and hummingbirds, enriching your garden’s ecosystem.

The bicolor variety reaches 5-6 feet tall and thrives in well-drained, moist soil in full sun. Regular deadheading encourages continuous blooming, ensuring your garden remains lively and enchanting throughout the season. Add this eye-catching, wildlife-friendly plant to your garden for a burst of color and nature’s visitors.

Growing Tips

Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ – Easy Growing Tips 🦋🌸

Make your Butterfly Bush happy with these simple steps:

🌞 Light

  • Plant in full sun
  • Needs 6–8 hours of direct sunlight every day
  • Too much shade = fewer flowers

🌡️ Temperature & Climate

  • Best in USDA Zones 5–9
  • Loves warm summers
  • In colder areas, it may die back to the ground in winter but often regrows in spring

🌱 Soil

  • Prefers well-drained soil (no standing water)
  • Grows in poor to average soil – doesn’t need rich soil
  • Slightly alkaline to neutral soil is ideal, but it’s flexible

Tip: If your soil is heavy clay, mix in compost and sand or grit to improve drainage.

💧 Watering

  • Water regularly the first year while it’s getting established

    Keep soil lightly moist, not soggy

  • Once established, it’s drought-tolerant 🌵
  • Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out between waterings

🌸 Fertilizer

  • Doesn’t need much feeding
  • In early spring, you can:

    Add a thin layer of compost around the base, or
    Use a balanced, slow‑release fertilizer (follow package directions)

  • Too much fertilizer = more leaves, fewer flowers

✂️ Pruning

  • Prune in late winter or very early spring

    Cut stems back to about 12–24 inches from the ground
    Remove any dead, weak, or crossing branches

  • During bloom season, deadhead (cut off spent flower spikes) to:

    Encourage more blooms
    Help prevent self-seeding

🪴 Planting Tips

  • Space plants 5–6 feet apart so they have room to grow
  • Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, but not deeper
  • Place the plant so the top of the root ball is level with the soil
  • Backfill, gently firm the soil, then water well

🦋 Pollinators & Wildlife

  • Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds 🦋🐝🐦
  • Plant near patios or seating areas to enjoy the show

🐛 Pests & Problems

  • Usually low-maintenance and trouble-free
  • Watch for:

    Spider mites in hot, dry weather (look for tiny webs and speckled leaves)
    Root rot in wet, poorly drained soil

Prevention:

  • Don’t overwater
  • Make sure soil drains well

🌿 Winter Care

  • In cold areas, add a light layer of mulch around the base in late fall
  • Don’t pile mulch against the stems – leave a little space
  • If stems die back, wait until spring to see what resprouts before removing them

🌈 Extra Tips for Success

  • Plant your ‘BiColor’ where you can see the purple + yellow two-tone blooms up close
  • Combine with:

    Russian sage, coneflowers, black‑eyed Susans, salvias

  • Great for sunny borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens 🌼

Follow these basics and your Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ should thrive and bring tons of butterflies to your garden! 🦋💜💛

Use Them!

Fun Ways to Use Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ in Your Garden 🦋🌸

Here are simple ideas for enjoying your plant once it’s growing and blooming:

🦋 Create a Butterfly & Pollinator Corner

  • Plant it near other pollinator-friendly flowers like coneflowers, zinnias, and salvia
  • Add a shallow water dish with stones so butterflies and bees can drink
  • Place a bench or chair nearby so you can sit and watch the butterflies

👉 Great for kids and guests to enjoy nature up close.

🌸 Use as a Colorful Focal Point

  • Plant ‘BiColor’ where its two-tone flowers (purple + yellow) really stand out
  • Use it as a centerpiece in a sunny flower bed
  • Surround it with lower plants so the butterfly bush is the star of the show ✨

🚶‍♀️ Brighten Pathways & Entrances

  • Plant near a walkway, driveway, or front entry
  • The blooms and butterflies create a welcoming feel for anyone visiting 🏡
  • Every time you walk by, you’ll see movement and color

🪟 Enjoy From Indoors

  • Place it where you can see it from a window, porch, or patio
  • You’ll enjoy the butterflies and flowers without even going outside

🌼 Mixed Border or Cottage Garden Look

  • Combine with:

    🌿 Russian sage
    🌼 Black-eyed Susans
    🌸 Coneflowers
    💜 Catmint

  • This gives a soft, flowing, cottage-style garden that’s full of life

✂️ Cut Flowers for Simple Bouquets

  • Snip a few flower spikes and place them in a vase indoors
  • Mix with greenery or other garden flowers for an easy homegrown arrangement
  • Trim in the morning and put stems in water right away for longer-lasting blooms 💐

🐦 Attract Birds & Other Wildlife

  • Flowers attract hummingbirds and bees as well as butterflies
  • Combine with seed-producing plants (like sunflowers or coneflowers) to invite songbirds too 🎶

😌 Relaxing “Garden Retreat” Spot

  • Put your Butterfly Bush near a small seating area:

    A chair, bench, or hammock
    Maybe a small table for coffee or tea ☕

  • Enjoy the scent, color, and movement as a daily stress reliever

📸 Photo & Memory Spot

  • Use it as a backdrop for family photos in the garden
  • Take pictures of the different butterflies that visit and note which ones you see 📷🦋

👩‍🌾 Teaching & Sharing Plant

  • Great for teaching kids or friends about:

    Pollinators
    Flower colors and shapes
    How plants support wildlife

  • You can even share cuttings or seedlings (where allowed) with neighbors and gardening friends 🤝

By placing Butterfly Bush ‘BiColor’ where you’ll see it often and combining it with other sunny flowers, you turn it into more than just a plant — it becomes a butterfly magnet, color spot, and relaxing view in your garden. 🦋💜💛

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