Pugster Butterfly Bush Buddleia
Pugster Pink™, Pugster Periwinkle™, and Pugster White™: 2 1/4 finishes to 1 gallon in 6-8 weeks, Quick Turn finishes to 2-3 gallon in 10-12 weeks
Pugster Blue™: 4" finishes to 1 gallon in 6-8 weeks, Quick Turn finishes to 2-3 gallon in 10-12 weeks
Buddleia will rebloom approximately 4-6 weeks after trimming in summer. Multiple crop cycles will give you a continuous supply of ready-to-sell product, covered with large terminal blooms.
When trimming, do not cut into thick stems; trim to shape only.
Does not require deadheading for continuous bloom.
Buddleia are susceptible to spider mites; scout often and treat aggressively.
Avoid drought stress to minimize wilting and pest issues.
Taper off fertilizing and excessive watering in mid-late summer to minimize damage if crop is to be overwintered. Keep on the dry side when dormant.
Avoid fall pruning, and in spring, do not cut until new growth begins to emerge on stems.
Not recommended for fall sales/planting in zone 5.