Southern Living? White Butterfly Towers? Butterfly Bush - Buddleia davidii

Southern Living® White Butterfly Towers™ Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii)

Transform your landscape into a pollinator paradise with this stunning deciduous shrub that produces elegant spires of pure white flowers from early summer through early fall. The White Butterfly Towers™ is beloved for its ability to attract countless butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds while remaining completely deer and rabbit resistant. Buy this butterfly bush online today and enjoy months of magnificent blooms with minimal effort required.

Landscaping Uses

This upright, narrow shrub works beautifully as a focal point specimen or planted in groups to create natural privacy screens and hedgerows. Its compact width makes it ideal for foundation plantings, border gardens, and small spaces where taller accents are needed. Pair it with other pollinator-friendly plants to create a vibrant wildlife garden, or let it stand alone as an eye-catching feature in your yard.

Specifications

Height: 6–8 feet
Width: 2–3 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Sun: Full to partial sun
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Well-draining (adaptable to various soil types)
USDA Zones: 5–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Long-lasting white flower spires bloom from June through early fall
• Naturally repels deer and rabbits, reducing garden damage
• Hardy and low-maintenance with minimal fertilizer needs
• Narrow, upright form fits any yard size or garden style

Planting & Care

Plant in full to partial sun in well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as your nursery container, position the root ball 1–2 inches above ground level, and backfill with soil. Apply 1–2 inches of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stem. Water thoroughly at planting, then maintain moisture 6–8 inches deep with weekly watering, allowing the soil to dry between sessions. Pruning in spring—removing weak growth and cutting back one-half to two-thirds of the plant's height—encourages fuller, bushier development. Fertilizer is rarely necessary unless your soil is particularly poor.