Buddleia ‘Pugster Blue'

Buddleia ‘Pugster Blue’: Bold Blue in a Breakthrough Form

With its vivid true-blue flowers and robust dwarf habit, ‘Pugster Blue’ offers the full-size bloom power of traditional butterfly bush in a compact, cold-hardy form. Thick, fragrant flower spikes appear nonstop from early summer to frost, drawing butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds to the garden. The silvery-green foliage and extra-thick stems enhance its durability, while its rounded form stays neat without pruning. This Proven Winners® selection sets a new standard for performance and scale in modern landscapes.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 60–75 cm (24–30 in)
• Spread: 75–90 cm (30–36 in)
• Flower Colour: Deep blue with orange eyes
• Flowering Period: Early summer to frost
• Foliage: Silvery-green; deciduous
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained; tolerant of poor or sandy soils

Uses and Benefits: Ideal for patio containers, front-of-border plantings, and pollinator gardens. ‘Pugster Blue’ combines eye-catching colour with reliable, low-maintenance performance. Its compact shape and strong stems make it perfect for small-space landscapes or areas with cold winters where traditional *Buddleia* may struggle.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water during establishment, then only during extended dry periods. Prune lightly in spring once new growth appears; avoid fall pruning. Deadheading is not necessary but can enhance continuous blooming.

History: Part of the award-winning Pugster® series from Proven Winners®, ‘Pugster Blue’ was developed to offer large flower size, excellent hardiness, and consistent reblooming in a space-saving form. It continues to be a top choice for cold-climate and small-space gardeners.

Final Thoughts: Brilliantly blue, cold-hardy, and garden-friendly, ‘Pugster Blue’ brings dynamic colour and lasting pollinator value to even the smallest sunny garden spaces.