Butterfly Bushes are definitely a popular shrub at the nursery. Gardeners just can't resist them because they are just so fragrant and produce so many blooms. Truth is though that they are a bit finicky and do require some very specific care. Very easy to do. Just have to know what to do.
We've encountered a few people over the years and Tammy-Jo, just recently mentioned on Facebook that she's had a hard time with her Butterfly Bushes. So, thought we would give a few quick tips for anyone who is going to be planting a Butterfly Bush this season - they are on sale this week so now is the time to pop in and pick one up.
Glenn says:
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| We have a variety of organics that you can choose from at the Nursery |
2- Make certain the soil where they are to be planted is light & well-drained. You can achieve this by adding organics such as Nincompoop, composted sheep manure, mushroom compost, etc. at the time of planting.
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| Sale happening now (May 23rd - 26th, 2013) at The Glasshouse Nursery and Garden Centre |
3- Water wisely.. Butterfly Bushes do not like to be over-watered. At time of planting, water well and then as a general rule of thumb give them a good watering 2-3 times per week. And that's plenty! Just be sure to water enough to keep the soil moist, but not wet.
4- Fertilize your newly planted Butterfly bushes with a high phosphate fertilizer (transplant fertilizer) to help the root system establish quickly.
5- Remember to mulch your Butterfly Bushes after planting to help ensure the ground around the roots stays frozen during the winter. Continuous freeze-thaw cycles throughout the winter months will often cause serious root damage.
Follow these tips and your Butterfly Bush will thrive and be the star of your garden.
- Dave
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