Buddleia Butterfly Candy 'Little Purple' Standard - YouGarden

While the stems are sturdy, it is recommended to keep the support cane that comes with the plant if you live in a particularly windy area to protect the main stem.

Buddleia is generally not considered toxic to cats or dogs, though ingestion of plant matter should always be discouraged.

If planting in the ground, amend heavy clay soil with grit or compost to improve drainage, as Buddleia prefers free-draining conditions.

Check the soil moisture daily during hot summer weather; container-grown plants dry out faster than those in the ground and may need daily watering in July and August.

Yes, its fragrant nectar is highly attractive to Peacocks, Red Admirals, and Tortoiseshell butterflies.

The plant is likely not receiving enough sunlight; move the pot to a position with full sun exposure.

This is often a sign of overwatering or poor drainage; ensure the container has drainage holes and allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.

Perform a maintenance trim in early spring to remove stray shoots that deviate from the spherical form.