Lindley's Butterfly Bush (Buddleja Lindleyana) is a perennial shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Buddleja lindleyana is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to China, known for its long, pendulous panicles of lavender flowers and glossy green leaves.

Lindley's Butterfly Bush

Lindley's Butterfly Bush

Buddleja Lindleyana

Buddleja lindleyana is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to China, known for its long, pendulous panicles of lavender flowers and glossy green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lindley's Butterfly Bush

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Lindley's Butterfly Bush
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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Buddleja