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Darkest Night®
Buddleia
Darkest Night butterfly bush adds moody elegance with its large, purple-black blooms. Upright, slightly outward-facing flowers sit on a mid-size, well-behaved habit that contrasts formal plantings or complements whimsical gardens. It’s striking, yet manageable, and thrives even in heat and drought conditions.
Top reasons to grow Darkest Night butterfly bush:
- Bold flowers
- Lovely fragrance
- Durable
| Blossom Color | Purple |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer,Late Summer,Mid Summer |
| Exposure | Sun |
| Height | |
| Width | 36-60 in |
| Spacing | 36-60 in |
| Container Sizes | 32 |
| Hardiness Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
| Wildlife Attracted | Birds,Butterflies,Hummingbirds |
| Wildlife Deterred | Deer |
| Features | Darkest Night butterfly bush adds moody elegance with its large, purple-black blooms. Upright, slightly outward-facing flowers sit on a mid-size, well-behaved habit that contrasts formal plantings or complements whimsical gardens. It’s striking, yet manageable, and thrives even in heat and drought conditions. Top reasons to grow Darkest Night butterfly bush:
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| Adaptable as a Houseplant | No |
| Bog Plant | No |
| Is Disease Resistant | No |
| Drought Tolerant | Yes |
| Edible | No |
| Erosion Control | No |
| Fragrant Flower | Yes |
| Fragrant Foilage | No |
| Heat Tolerant | No |
| Native to North America | No |
| Salt Tolerant | No |
| Succulent | No |
| Water Plant | No |
| Uses |
Excellent for use in perennial beds, wildlife gardens and mixed borders. |
| Maintenance Notes |
Learn to care for your butterfly bush like a pro with our Ultimate Guide to Butterfly Bush. |
