Uses: 'Miss Molly' butterfly bush, known for having the reddest blooms available, is perfect for adding a splash of vibrant color to landscapes, patio areas, and container gardens.
Benefits: This compact and non-invasive shrub is a pollinator's paradise, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its fragrant, sangria-red flowers. It's deer and rabbit resistant and drought tolerant once established.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Sun: Thrives in full sun.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Mature Height: 4-5 feet
Mature Width: 4-5 feet
Bloom Season: Colorful from summer to the first frost.
Summary
Introducing the 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush by Proven Winners®, a spectacular variety that boasts the reddest flowers in the Buddleia family. Its sangria-red blooms create a stunning display throughout the summer and until frost, with the color intensity possibly deepening in southern climates.
'Miss Molly' is not only a feast for the eyes but also a haven for wildlife, offering nectar-rich, fragrant blossoms that attract an array of pollinators. This butterfly bush variety is compact, making it an ideal choice for small gardens or container planting, yet it still provides the same allure to attract a flurry of wildlife.
Adaptable to a wide range of climates (USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9), 'Miss Molly' is a robust and easy-to-care-for plant. It reaches a manageable height and width of 4-5 feet, forming a neat and rounded bush that adds a burst of color to any outdoor space.
Care
Butterfly Bush Care
For the best performance and color, ensure 'Miss Molly' receives full sun. It may tolerate partial shade but will have the best flowering in full sunlight.
This variety benefits from regular fertilization, especially in poor soil. Use our slow release fertilizer for optimal growth and bloom.
Prune in early spring to encourage a full and bushy growth habit without cutting into the thickest stems. Avoid pruning in fall or winter.
'Miss Molly' prefers well-draining soil and requires regular watering during the establishment phase. Once established, it is drought tolerant. A 2"-3" layer of mulch can help retain soil moisture and reduce watering needs.
Size
Size of 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush for Sale Online
Our 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush is shipped in a greenhouse grade grow pot, sized appropriately for its pot. For specific inquiries, please contact us.
Size of 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush When Mature
Expect the 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush to achieve heights and widths of about 4-5 feet, creating a compact, rounded presence in your garden.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of 'Miss Molly' Butterfly Bush?
Its botanical name is Buddleia x 'Miss Molly' PP#23,425; CBR#4446.
