The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
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Pugster Pico Punch Butterfly Bush
Pugster Pico Punch Butterfly Bush
$19.50
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| 1–3 | — | $19.50 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 4-9 | 5% off | $18.52 ea |
| 10-19 | 10% off | $17.55 ea |
| 20+ | 15% off | $16.57 ea |
16 in stock
Buddleia x ‘SMNBDFRI’
Choose Pugster Pico Punch Butterfly Bush for strong summer color in a small, sunny spot. The tradeoff: it is a flower shrub, not structure, screening, or winter cover.
Buy This If
- You want compact summer bloom.
- You want butterfly activity.
- You need container-friendly color.
Skip This If
- You need winter coverage.
- Your soil drains poorly.
- You want a tall shrub.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The flower color carries a small bed well, but the plant does not add much winter presence. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows at a steady pace without quickly outgrowing tight spaces. |
| Maintenance | B | Plan on a spring cutback and give it drainage, but daily fussing is not needed. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | A | This is the reason to buy it because it gives summer bloom without taking over. |
| Screening Value | D | It is too compact and seasonal to provide useful privacy. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for customers who want color near a patio, walkway, or small bed, not for anyone trying to fill a big foundation gap.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 1.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 1.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-10a |
| Spacing | 1.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, mounding, bushy |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it attract butterflies?
Yes, the fragrant summer flowers are good for butterflies and bees.
Does it need pruning?
Yes, cut it back in spring to refresh the plant.
Can it grow in a pot?
Yes, use a container with drainage and keep watering consistent.
Why plant butterfly bush
- Blooms July to frost, when little else does
- Sterile and near-sterile cultivars — no reseeding
- Drought tolerant, deer resistant, full sun
Locally grown for New England conditions
Every plant in our Fall Sale is grown or hardened off right here in New Hampshire, so it's already acclimated to New England winters before it ever leaves our nursery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31276
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