BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH

BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH

3 gallon
$44.19
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BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
  • BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
  • BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
  • BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
  • BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH

BIRTHDAY CAKE™ BUTTERFLY BUSH

BUDDLEIA X 'PODvb3-30' BIRTHDAY CAKE™ PPAF
Pot Size
$44.19

Introducing the stunning BUDDLEIA X 'PODvb3-30' BIRTHDAY CAKE™ PPAF, a spectacular butterfly bush that brings vibrant color and delightful fragrance to your garden. This exceptional cultivar features unique blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds throughout the growing season.

Perfect for borders, containers, or as a focal point in your landscape, this hardy shrub offers long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance. The Birthday Cake™ variety is known for its exceptional flower production and compact growth habit.

Quick Facts
Mature Height 4-5 feet
Mature Spread 2-3 feet
Grow Zone USDA Zones 5-9
Bloom Time Late Spring to First Frost

Plant Care

Will this plant thrive in your climate?

Make sure you live within USDA Zones 5-9 by checking our Grow Zone Guide.
Planting

Select a location with well-draining soil; Buddleia is highly sensitive to "wet feet." Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant it slightly "high" to encourage water to drain away from the crown. Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation.
Pruning

Prune in late winter or early spring once new green buds begin to emerge. Cut the stems back to roughly 12-18 inches to refresh the plant, as flowers form on new growth. Regularly deadhead spent blooms throughout the summer to encourage continuous flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.
Fertilizing

Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (like a rose food) once a year in early spring as new growth starts. Avoid over-fertilizing with high nitrogen, which can lead to excessive foliage but fewer flowers. Stop fertilizing two months before the first frost to avoid soft new growth.
Winter Preparation


Avoid pruning in the fall, as the old stems protect the crown from cold. Apply a thin layer of mulch over the root zone, but keep it several inches away from the main stems to prevent rot. In Zones 5-6, the plant may die back to the ground but will grow back vigorously in spring.

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