SHRUB Pugster ®Amethyst Butterfly Bush

Pugster® Amethyst Butterfly Bush is a compact powerhouse that delivers oversized, fragrant violet-purple blooms on a sturdy dwarf habit. This pollinator favorite blooms continuously from summer through frost, attracting butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds in droves. Unlike traditional butterfly bushes, Pugster Amethyst stays neat and manageable while still producing full-sized flower spikes packed with color and sweet fragrance.

Its thick stems and dense growth habit make it ideal for borders, foundation plantings, patio containers, and pollinator gardens. Heat-tolerant, drought-resistant once established, and deer-resistant, this easy-care shrub thrives in sunny landscapes with excellent drainage.

Botanical Name: Buddleia x ‘Pugster®Amethyst’
Common Name: Pugster Amethyst Butterfly Bush
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Size: 2–3 feet tall and wide
Hardiness Zones: 5–9
Bloom Time: Summer through fall
Features: Fragrant blooms, attracts pollinators, compact habit, deer resistant, long blooming