Butterfly Bush Black Knight

The Butterfly Bush 'Black Knight', Buddleia 'Black Knight', is a vigorous growing shrub that boasts dark purple flower from mid summer and is a butterfly magnet. This bush flowers summer and fall and is easy to grow. With a name like Butterfly Bush you might expect a plant to be attractive to butterflies. In fact, it's more than attractive it's a magnet for all the butterflies that pass through your garden seeking nectar. This deciduous bush blooms mid summer to early fall. Butterflies and bees will flock to the honey scented blossoms, whose dilute nectar is sweetest in midday sun. Plant it near a path or patio and the shrub will provide a delightful fragrance for you, too. It's generally pest free. This plant blooms on new growth and should be pruned back to the ground in spring.