Buddleja davidii 'Miss Ruby' - Butterfly Bush
🌿 Features
Type: Compact ornamental shrub
Common name: Butterfly Bush
Scientific name: Buddleja davidii 'Miss Ruby'
Flower color: Deep, vibrant ruby red
Foliage color: Gray-green, fine texture
Mature height: 45–60 cm (18–24 inches)
Mature width: 45–60 cm (18–24 inches)
Habit: Compact, bushy, and well-branched
Bloom period: Summer to fall (June to October)
Exposure: Full sun
Watering needs: Moderate
Soil type: Well-drained, tolerant
Hardiness zone: Zones 5 to 9
Drought tolerance: Good
Pollinator-friendly plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, butterflies and bees
Pet toxicity: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Plant in full sun for optimal flowering. Water regularly during establishment, then moderately once rooted. Prune lightly in spring to maintain a compact shape and encourage abundant flowering. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong the flowering period.
This dwarf shrub is perfect for small gardens, containers, border edges, and modern landscape designs. Its generous blooms and controlled growth make it an ideal choice for limited spaces.

