Buddleia ‘Pink Cascade II’
Overview
Uses: Pollinator gardens, mixed borders, specimen plantings, and sunny foundation beds.
Benefits: Large arching pink flower panicles appear from late summer into fall, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Improved flower fullness and compact structure create strong seasonal impact in sunny landscapes.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–10
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, Rounded — arching stems with cascading flower panicles.
Bloom Color: Pink
Foliage Color: Green
Mature Height: 4'
Mature Width: 4'–4.5'
Bloom Season: Late Summer to Fall
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
‘Pink Cascade II’ brings dramatic late-season color with arching pink flower panicles that brighten sunny borders.
Each long bloom spike curves outward, creating movement and dimension while drawing butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. The compact size makes it easy to integrate into mixed beds without overwhelming neighboring plants.
Flowering on new growth, it provides dependable performance in warm-season gardens and pairs well with ornamental grasses and late-blooming perennials.
Care
Pink Cascade Butterfly Bush Care
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Good drainage is essential for long-term health.
Water regularly during establishment. Once established, water during extended dry periods.
Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Because it blooms on new wood, prune in early spring to approximately 12 inches tall to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering.
Container Growing: This shrub can be grown in large containers with excellent drainage. Container-grown plants require more frequent watering than in-ground plantings. Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is Pink Cascade Butterfly Bush for Sale Online?
Plants ship in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are well established prior to shipping. For current pot sizes and availability, please contact us.
How Large Does Pink Cascade Butterfly Bush Grow?
This variety typically reaches about 4 feet tall and 4–4.5 feet wide at maturity.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
It is commonly known as Butterfly Bush.
Is ‘Pink Cascade II’ deer resistant?
Butterfly bush is generally considered deer resistant and works well with other deer-resistant shrubs and evergreens.
Does this variety produce viable seed?
This selection is reported to have little to no seed set under typical garden conditions.
When should it be pruned?
Prune in early spring before new growth begins, as flowers develop on current-season growth.
Where does it fit best in the landscape?
It performs well in sunny borders and pollinator plantings. Explore additional flowering options in our Butterfly Bushes collection.
