{"product_id":"lil-cerise-butterfly-bush-butterfly-candy-buddleia","title":"Lil' Cerise™ Butterfly Bush","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLil' Cerise™ Butterfly Bush\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterfly Candy® Buddleia with fragrant cerise-pink blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuddleja davidii\u003c\/em\u003e 'BotEx 007' PP36348\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a full season of color and pollinator activity into a small garden, border, or patio container. Lil' Cerise™ is a compact butterfly bush that matures at just 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, yet produces fragrant cerise-pink flower spikes from late spring until frost. Its naturally rounded habit gives you the impact of a larger Buddleia without letting it take over the planting bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #708b45; background: #f3f7ea; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #3f5728; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eBest Time to Plant: Spring or Fall\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eOrder February–June or September–November for the strongest start. Summer and winter orders may be held until it's safe to ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #708b45; background: #f3f7ea; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #3f5728; margin-top: 0;\"\u003ePREMIUM QUART: Budget-Friendly Starter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe quart plant is the only size currently offered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eYou receive a well-rooted, nursery-grown young plant, typically 4 to 6 inches tall when shipped. It is ready to establish in your garden or container and size up during its first full growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your quantity and add Lil' Cerise™ to your garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #708b45; background: #f3f7ea; padding: 16px; margin: 18px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #3f5728; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFILL MY BOX \u0026amp; SAVE 15%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSave 15% on Lil' Cerise™ Butterfly Bush plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe discount applies automatically at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes This Plant a Good Choice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact without constant control:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally stays about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering season:\u003c\/strong\u003e cerise-pink spikes bloom from late spring through frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator magnet:\u003c\/strong\u003e attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits containers, low borders, foundation beds, and small gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-care performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat tolerant, deer resistant, and drought tolerant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Plant Does for You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds months of vivid pink color without overwhelming nearby plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurns a patio, walkway, or small bed into an active pollinator stop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a tidy flowering focal point with a naturally rounded shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFills the front of a shrub border without blocking taller plants behind it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivers the look of a full-size butterfly bush in a container-friendly footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBuddleja davidii\u003c\/em\u003e 'BotEx 007' PP36348\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterfly Candy®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 feet tall and wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly fragrant cerise-pink flower spikes, late spring to frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Average to fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular moisture while establishing; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Containers, borders, small spaces, and pollinator gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant one as a bright accent or group several for a stronger sweep of summer color.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium Features \u0026amp; Solutions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBig Flower Power in a Small Footprint\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMany traditional butterfly bushes can reach 6 to 8 feet and quickly crowd a small bed. Lil' Cerise™ was bred for compact growth, holding a dense, rounded shape around 2 to 3 feet tall and wide while still producing the colorful flower spikes gardeners want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor and Pollinator Activity for Months\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep cerise-pink flowers begin in late spring and continue through summer into fall. The lightly fragrant blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Removing spent flower spikes can encourage additional blooms, but deadheading is optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA More Considered Butterfly Bush Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOlder butterfly bush varieties can reseed in some regions. The breeder reports that no seeds or fruit have been observed to date on Butterfly Candy® Buddleias. Regulations vary, so check your state and local rules before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe premium quart is the only size currently available. This is a young starter plant rather than a finished shrub. Its well-rooted quart container is easy to plant, and the roots can move into the surrounding soil quickly when moisture and drainage are managed correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmart Growing Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner: Simple Step-by-Step Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a spot receiving at least six hours of direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole about twice as wide as the root ball and no deeper than the container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the plant gently and place the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackfill with the soil you removed, then water slowly and thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the root zone evenly moist during establishment, but do not leave it waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd mulch around the root zone while keeping it away from the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced: Optimize Growth and Bloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrioritize sharp drainage, especially in regions with wet winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 2 to 3 feet apart based on the desired finished effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor containers, use a pot at least 14 to 18 inches wide with drainage holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead after major bloom flushes if you want to encourage faster rebloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut stems back to about 12 inches in late winter or early spring before new growth accelerates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn zones 5 and 6, expect possible winter dieback followed by new growth from the base in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePro Tips for Maximum Impact\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant three together to create a fuller sweep of color along a walkway or sunny border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace Lil' Cerise™ near a patio where you can enjoy the fragrance and visiting pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid consistently wet soil; butterfly bushes perform best when excess water drains away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it in front of taller shrubs to create a layered planting without blocking the view.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with plants that share its preference for full sun and well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick arrow to open Answers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow large does Lil' Cerise™ Butterfly Bush get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt matures at about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide with a dense, naturally rounded habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size plant will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a well-rooted quart-size starter plant, typically 4 to 6 inches tall when shipped. The quart plant is the only size currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the quart compare with a larger plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quart is a younger starter plant, not a finished shrub. It offers a budget-friendly way to establish Lil' Cerise™ and should size up during its first full growing season when planted and cared for correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does Lil' Cerise™ bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlower spikes begin in late spring and continue through summer into fall, often lasting until frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it grow in a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a container at least 14 to 18 inches wide with drainage holes. Water when the top inch of the potting mix begins to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Plant it where it receives at least six hours of direct sunlight for the strongest growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrune once in late winter or early spring. Cutting stems back to about 12 inches helps keep the plant dense and supports vigorous flowering growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Lil' Cerise™ deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is considered deer resistant, although no plant is completely deer proof when food is scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this butterfly bush invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe breeder reports that no seeds or fruit have been observed to date on Butterfly Candy® Buddleias. Because butterfly bush rules vary by location, check your state and local regulations before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I plant it in fall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. In zones 7–9, fall offers warm soil for root establishment. In zones 5–6, plant at least six weeks before the first expected hard freeze and mulch the root zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Fill My Box offer work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSave 15% on Lil' Cerise™ Butterfly Bush plants. The discount applies automatically at checkout and applies only to this featured plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #a33a32; background: #fff4f2; padding: 16px; margin: 20px 0; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #7d2822; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTake Action Now\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMake room for months of color without giving up half the garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLil' Cerise™ gives small spaces, borders, and containers the flowers and pollinator activity of a larger butterfly bush in a compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your quart plants while they are available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive one well-rooted, nursery-grown quart plant, typically 4 to 6 inches tall at shipping. This is a young starter plant, not a finished shrub. Depending on the season, it may arrive in bloom, in bud, dormant, or with foliage only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are packed using the same process behind our reported 0.24% shipping damage rate. We ship to most of the country in an average of 2.8 days. We do not service AK, HI, or PR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelpful pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the Plant Tune-Up Kit to support feeding, rooting, and even moisture after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. 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