Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 4 8 ft (1.2 2.4 m) tall and wide, presenting Narrow, lance-shaped leaves that are covered in a soft, silvery fuzz along with Long, narrow clusters of small, fragrant lavender-blue flowers, followed by Small, dry capsules containing tiny seeds. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to China, Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush thrives in Prefers open woodlands, hillsides, and grasslands at elevations around Usually found at elevations ranging from 300 to 2,500 meters. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone Zones 5-9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-drained, sandy to loamy soils with a soil pH of about 6.0 7.5.

Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush needs watering,Moderate; drought tolerant once established, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Prefers slightly dry to moderately moist conditions, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Water at the base to prevent fungal diseases supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush performs best within 30 F to 100 F (-1 C to 38 C). Its ideal growth occurs at around 60 F to 80 F (15 C to 27 C), though it tolerates ranges from Min: -10 F (-23 C), Max: 100 F (38 C). Additionally, maintaining Moderate humidity levels encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced slow-release fertilizer (15-15-15) at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or well-rotted manure can be added to improve soil texture enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, poor growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late winter to early spring before new growth begins for Hard pruning to shape and control size, removing dead wood tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years if grown in a pot may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Increase pot size by 2 inches (5 cm) when repotting increase and a fresh Well-draining potting mix with added perlite or sand. for Staking or Support. Not typically required, but may need support in windy areas.

During Late fall to early spring, growth may slow and some Deciduous; leaves will turn yellow before dropping can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed, cuttings, or division and provide Sow seeds in spring; keep moderately moist and warm when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take softwood cuttings in early summer; use rooting hormone and keep moist to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWoolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies and remain vigilant against Powdery mildew, root rot. Implementing Regular monitoring and use of neem oil and applying Insecticidal soap for pests, improve air circulation for diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Lavender, salvia, and other nectar-rich plants and shows Generally non-allelopathic, making it a flexible choice for various Ornamental shrub in gardens, butterfly attractor, erosion control.

the Edible Parts: Flowers can be consumed (in moderation). Toxicty of Woolly Butterfly Bush, Blue Butterfly Bush, Non-toxic. learning about its Flowers can be harvested during bloom season for culinary uses, Use flowers in salads or as a garnish, and Low in calories, but high in beneficial nutrients such as vitamin C from the flowers can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used in some cultures for herbal remedies or note its Valued for attracting butterflies and aesthetic appeal in gardens.

With an Not evaluated, proper Encouraging propagation in gardens and promoting biodiversity