Butterfly Bush - Pugster Periwinkle

The Pugster Periwinkle Butterfly Bush packs full-size flower power into a compact, space-saving form. This tidy shrub features thick, sturdy stems and produces an abundance of rich lavender-purple flower spikes from summer to frost. Its blooms are highly fragrant and a magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it perfect for pollinator gardens, borders, and containers.

Unlike traditional butterfly bushes, the Pugster series offers improved winter hardiness, a dense shape without pruning, and continuous blooming with minimal care. It's drought tolerant, deer resistant, and ideal for sunny landscapes.

Height: 2 feet

Spread: 2-3 feet

Growth Habit: Compact, mounded

Light: Full sun

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-9

Bloom Time: Summer through frost

Flower Color: Periwinkle lavender-purple

Fragrance: Yes - sweet and floral

Water: Low once established 

Maintenance: Very low - no deadheading required