Buddleia ‘Miss Pearl'

Buddleia ‘Miss Pearl’: Pure Elegance with Pollinator Power

A Proven Winners® selection, ‘Miss Pearl’ offers a crisp, refreshing twist on butterfly bush with its abundant pure white flower spikes held above deep green foliage. Compact yet showy, it blooms from midsummer through fall, delivering months of fragrant blossoms that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Its upright habit and tidy size make it an excellent choice for sunny borders, pollinator beds, or smaller spaces where bold colour isn’t the only way to make a statement.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 120–150 cm (4–5 ft)
• Spread: 90–120 cm (3–4 ft)
• Flower Colour: Pure white
• Flowering Period: Midsummer to frost
• Foliage: Deep green, lance-shaped; deciduous
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained; tolerant of sandy or average soils

Uses and Benefits: A beautiful fit for pollinator gardens, mixed borders, and contemporary landscapes. ‘Miss Pearl’ brightens up plantings with its clean white blooms and pairs well with bold perennials or ornamental grasses. It offers strong ornamental value while delivering essential nectar for late-season pollinators.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Prune back in early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth. Water regularly during establishment, then only during extended dry spells. Deadheading is optional but may encourage extended flowering.

History: Bred by Dr. Dennis Werner at North Carolina State University, ‘Miss Pearl’ is part of the Proven Winners® *Miss* series—selected for compact size, abundant bloom, and non-invasive performance in northern gardens.

Final Thoughts: With its pure white blooms, compact frame, and magnetic pollinator presence, ‘Miss Pearl’ is a shining example of how elegance and ecological value can go hand in hand.