Buddleia Alternifolia | Mop Top Butterfly Bush

Discover the Unique Charm of Mop Top™ Butterfly Bush (Buddleia alternifolia)

Introducing the Mop Top Butterfly Bush, a truly unique addition to your garden that stands out from traditional varieties! This dwarf butterfly bush not only brings elegance and whimsy to your outdoor space but also features stunning spring blooms that coincide perfectly with gardening season, making it a delightful choice for any gardener.

The Mop Top butterfly bush, also known as the fountain butterfly bush, showcases long, slender, weeping branches adorned with beautiful lavender flowers in the spring. This striking display attracts butterflies and pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden. Hardier than many other butterfly bush varieties, the Mop Top can thrive in USDA zone 4, making it a resilient choice for various climates.

Key Features:

• Flowering Time: Blooms in spring, brightening your garden during peak planting season.
• Height and Growth Habit: Dwarf stature with cascading branches perfect for creating a charming focal point.

Care Requirements:

• Soil: Ensure good drainage for optimal growth; wet conditions combined with cold temperatures can harm the plant.
• Pruning: Important: Mop Top blooms on old wood, so only prune after its spring blooms fade. Avoid pruning in the fall or during dormancy to ensure a robust flowering display the following year.

Planting Suggestions:

This versatile bush pairs beautifully with spring bulbs and other flowering shrubs, creating a vibrant tapestry of color and texture. For best results, plant in full sun to encourage abundant blooms. While deadheading is not necessary for ongoing flowering, it's beneficial for keeping the bush looking tidy. In clay soils, plant the shrub a bit higher than ground level to help divert moisture away from the plant's center.

Add the Mop Top Butterfly Bush to your garden for a whimsical touch, vibrant spring blossoms, and a haven for butterflies and pollinators! Experience the beauty and charm this unique selection brings to your outdoor space.

Buddleia alternifolia, Fountain Butterfly Bush, Mop Top™ 'SMNBAB' PPAF; CBRAF