Product Description
Buddleia 'Dark Dynasty' PPAF(30)ct Flat
Part of the MONARCH Collection
Compact, upright habit; keeps its shape as it ages
Rich royal purple, fragrant flowers
Blooms from late summer into early fall
Dark green foliage
Height: 3 feet
Zones 5-10
Unleash the captivating allure of Buddleia 'Dark Dynasty' in your garden! This mesmerizing butterfly bush boasts intensely fragrant, deep purple blooms that will transform your outdoor space into a pollinator paradise. With its compact size and long blooming season, 'Dark Dynasty' is a must-have for any butterfly enthusiast or gardener seeking low-maintenance beauty.
Buddleia 'Dark Dynasty' is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the acclaimed Monarch series, known for its superior hardiness and exceptional flowering performance. This compact variety typically reaches a height of 3 feet with a slightly wider spread, making it ideal for smaller gardens or containers. Its profusion of elongated flower panicles, ranging from deep violet to midnight purple, adorn the plant from midsummer to fall, attracting a myriad of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. The gray-green foliage provides a lovely backdrop for the vibrant blooms, adding to the overall appeal of this captivating shrub.
- Hardiness Zones: 5-10
- Exposure: Full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight)
- Mature Size: 3 feet tall x 3-3.5 feet wide
- Bloom Time: Midsummer to fall
- Flower Color: Deep violet to midnight purple
- Fragrance: Intensely fragrant
- Attracts: Butterflies, bees, hummingbirds
- Deer Resistant: Yes
Planting
- Choose a location: Select a sunny spot in your garden that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.
- Prepare the soil: Amend the soil with organic matter to improve drainage and fertility.
- Dig a hole: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep.
- Plant the shrub: Carefully remove the shrub from its pot and place it in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Backfill the hole: Fill the hole with amended soil, gently firming around the roots.
- Water thoroughly: Water deeply after planting to settle the soil.
Care
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during the first growing season, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once established, 'Dark Dynasty' is relatively drought tolerant.
- Fertilizing: Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and size. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage continuous blooming.
- Winter Protection: In colder regions, apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant in fall to protect the roots from freezing temperatures.
Transform your garden into a butterfly haven with the enchanting beauty and intoxicating fragrance of Buddleia 'Dark Dynasty'!
Twenty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3in deep x 2in wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
