gardendesignmag: Looking for a long-blooming shrub that makes butterflies happy? Butterfly bush (…

Looking for a long-blooming shrub that makes butterflies happy? Butterfly bush (also known as summer lilac) is a great choice!
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Watering tip: Don’t overwater. Particularly if you have clay soil, watch watering carefully. If you have an irrigation system, be sure it’s not inundating your butterfly bush. Signs of overwatering include weak stems, fewer flowers, and dieback.
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Pictured: ‘Summer Skies’ from @provenwinners. Zones 5-9. Learn more about butterfly bush with their ultimate guide, link in our bio.
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