Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
Ground shipping is currently paused. Local deliveries throughout Long Island will continue as usual. Pre-orders for fall are now open. Non-local orders will begin shipping again in early September. Click here to learn more.
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| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 4.00 to 5.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Blue-lavender, flowers, Long, Narrow, panicles, Small |
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Nanho Blue’ butterfly bush is a compact shrub with fragrant blue-purple summer flowers that attract butterflies. A colorful choice for sunny gardens.
Price range: $35.99 through $82.99
Please note: Sizes 1.5 Gallon and up can’t be shipped outside the counties of Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens.
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Ground shipping is paused due to summer heat. Only local delivery (Long Island & Queens) is available. Orders placed during the pause will begin processing September 1, and ground shipping will resume September 15.
| Size | |
|---|---|
| Common Name | |
| Type | |
| Family | |
| Native? | |
| Zone | 5, 5b, 6, 7, 8, 8b, 9 |
| Height Range (ft.) | 3.00 to 4.00 |
| Spread (ft.) | 4.00 to 5.00 |
| Bloom Time | |
| Bloom Description | Blue-lavender, flowers, Long, Narrow, panicles, Small |
| Sun | |
| Water | |
| Maintenance | |
| Suggested Use | |
| Tolerate | |
| Growth Rate | |
| Attracts |
This compact ornamental shrub is valued for its fragrant blue-purple summer flowers, airy habit, and long bloom period. ‘Nanho Blue’ butterfly bush offers strong seasonal color and movement, making it a popular choice for sunny borders and pollinator-focused gardens.
From mid-summer into early fall, slender, arching flower spikes are covered in rich blue to violet blooms that are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators. Narrow gray-green foliage gives the plant a lighter, more refined appearance than larger butterfly bush varieties, and its compact form fits well into smaller landscapes.
Well-suited for home gardens, ‘Nanho Blue’ butterfly bush performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is easy-care when properly sited and benefits from annual pruning to encourage vigorous growth and flowering. This shrub is suitable for gardeners looking for bold summer color and pollinator activity in sunny locations.
Long bloom season: Flowers from summer into fall
Fragrant blooms: Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Compact habit: Fits well in smaller garden spaces
Sun exposure: Full sun
Soil needs: Well-drained soil
Maintenance: Moderate; prune back in early spring
Pollinator gardens: Draws butterflies throughout summer
Sunny borders: Adds color and movement
Mixed shrub beds: Provides mid- to late-season interest
Foundation plantings: Compact size works well in scale
Pollinator attraction: Supports butterflies and bees
Extended bloom time: Provides nectar over many weeks
Seasonal interest: Adds color during peak summer
Clethra alnifolia – Summersweet: A native shrub with fragrant white summer flowers that attract pollinators and thrive in sun to part shade with moist soils.
Hibiscus moscheutos – Swamp Rose Mallow: A native perennial with large, showy summer blooms that provide strong pollinator value and bold seasonal color.
Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’ – Sweetspire: A native shrub offering spring flowers and dependable structure, well-suited for naturalized and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Plant appearance may vary by season and growing conditions. All plants ship healthy with established root systems.
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No. Buddleia davidii is native to China and Japan, and ‘Nanho Blue’ is a cultivar of this non-native species. While it’s popular in American gardens for attracting butterflies, it is considered invasive in many parts of the U.S., particularly in the Pacific Northwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.
‘Nanho Blue’ is a more compact and fine-textured cultivar of Buddleia davidii, growing 4 to 6 feet tall and wide. It produces long, arching spikes of soft lavender-blue flowers from midsummer to fall, with a more graceful, airy appearance compared to older varieties.
This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. Cut back hard in early spring to encourage new growth and abundant flowering.
Partially. While the blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, Buddleia davidii does not support native caterpillars or insect larvae, making it less beneficial to the ecosystem than native plants. It functions more as a nectar plant than a true habitat supporter.
Yes, in some regions. Buddleia davidii can self-seed and spread aggressively in certain areas of the U.S., outcompeting native plants. Gardeners should check local guidelines and consider sterile cultivars or native alternatives if planting in regions where it is invasive.
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