<i>Buddleia davidii</i> 'Miss Molly' | Miss Molly Butterfly Bush
DESCRIPTION
Buddleia davidii 'Miss Molly' is a vibrant, butterfly-attracting shrub known for its impressive, fragrant blooms. The flowers are a rich, magenta-red color, creating a bold statement in the garden from midsummer to fall. The elongated flower spikes are densely packed and contrast beautifully against the silvery-green foliage. This compact variety is perfect for smaller spaces, adding a splash of color and a delightful scent to sunny borders, butterfly gardens, or mixed perennial beds. 'Miss Molly' is also deer-resistant and thrives in full sun, making it a low-maintenance and eye-catching addition to any garden.
DESCRIPTION
Buddleia davidii 'Miss Molly' is a vibrant, butterfly-attracting shrub known for its impressive, fragrant blooms. The flowers are a rich, magenta-red color, creating a bold statement in the garden from midsummer to fall. The elongated flower spikes are densely packed and contrast beautifully against the silvery-green foliage. This compact variety is perfect for smaller spaces, adding a splash of color and a delightful scent to sunny borders, butterfly gardens, or mixed perennial beds. 'Miss Molly' is also deer-resistant and thrives in full sun, making it a low-maintenance and eye-catching addition to any garden.
DESCRIPTION
Buddleia davidii 'Miss Molly' is a vibrant, butterfly-attracting shrub known for its impressive, fragrant blooms. The flowers are a rich, magenta-red color, creating a bold statement in the garden from midsummer to fall. The elongated flower spikes are densely packed and contrast beautifully against the silvery-green foliage. This compact variety is perfect for smaller spaces, adding a splash of color and a delightful scent to sunny borders, butterfly gardens, or mixed perennial beds. 'Miss Molly' is also deer-resistant and thrives in full sun, making it a low-maintenance and eye-catching addition to any garden.
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Family: Scrophulariaceae
Height: 4 to 5 feet
Width: 4 to 5 feet
Foliage color: Gray-green
Flower color: Rich, dark pink to magenta
Bloom time: Summer to early fall
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low to moderate
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirdsThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
