Buddleja × weyeriana (Buddleja Ux Weyeriana) — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Buddleja × weyeriana

Buddleja Ux Weyeriana

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A note from PlantMom

The Sungold butterfly bush is resistant to disease and is generally not prone to illnesses. With respect to care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. However, smaller plants should be pruned after they finish blooming. The Sungold butterfly bush is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Buddleja Ux Weyeriana.

Light

Sungold butterfly bush comes from open habitats, like sunlit meadows and forest margins that offer plenty of light. It performs best in Full Sun but will also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to a range of sunlight conditions.

Water

The Sungold butterfly bush grows well in soil that ranges from well-drained to slightly moist, and it can tolerate short periods of drought. During the first year, water it weekly; plants grown in containers will require more frequent watering. After the bush is established, you can reduce the watering frequency, as too much water can cause root rot.

Temperature

Sungold butterfly bush is fairly adaptable to temperature, able to endure high heat and significant temperature swings. In hot conditions, attention should be paid to watering and providing adequate shade to avoid sunburn. However, it is not very tolerant of low temperatures; although it can handle some cold, very severe cold can cause frost damage.

Fertilizer

The timing of fertilizing a Sungold butterfly bush is important. Fertilize in early spring and continue monthly until early summer. Fertilizer encourages lovely blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.

Pruning

For the Sungold butterfly bush to thrive, it is important to prune it in early spring. By reducing its height by one-third, you can stimulate growth and enhance its flowering. Additionally, removing dead wood and thinning crowded branches will improve air circulation. This regular seasonal pruning aligns with the bush's natural growth cycle, promoting both health and visual appeal.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Buddleja
Family
Scrophulariaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
2.13 m to 3.05 m
Mature Spread
2.13 m to 3.05 m
Leaf Color
Gray, Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Yellow, Orange
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 1.52 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Fall
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Fall, Early winter, Mid winter
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Buddleja × weyeriana leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Buddleja × weyeriana leaf
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Buddleja × weyeriana flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Buddleja × weyeriana flower
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Buddleja × weyeriana habit
PLATE 05 · habit
Buddleja × weyeriana habit
PLATE 06 · habit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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