Buddleia ‘Miss Ruby’

Buddleia ‘Miss Ruby’: Vivid Colour with a Compact Attitude

With its intensely saturated magenta-pink blooms, ‘Miss Ruby’ is a standout butterfly bush that delivers high-impact colour from midsummer to fall. Its flower hue is uniquely vibrant—brighter and warmer than most buddleias—set against silver-green foliage on a compact, upright plant. Fragrant and floriferous, it’s a magnet for butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects, offering both ornamental appeal and ecological value in a smaller garden footprint.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 120–150 cm (4–5 ft)
• Spread: 120–150 cm (4–5 ft)
• Flower Colour: Bright magenta-pink
• Flowering Period: Midsummer to frost
• Foliage: Silver-green; deciduous
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained; tolerant of average to sandy soils

Uses and Benefits: Ideal for pollinator gardens, mixed borders, or as a lively focal point in sunny beds. ‘Miss Ruby’ is compact enough for urban landscapes and bold enough for large-scale plantings. Its unique flower colour offers strong contrast in warm or cool planting palettes and extends seasonal interest late into the fall.

Care Instructions: Prune hard in early spring to encourage dense growth and prolific flowering. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water during establishment and in extended dry spells. Deadheading is optional but can help prolong the flowering season.

History: A Proven Winners® selection bred by Dr. Dennis Werner at North Carolina State University, ‘Miss Ruby’ was introduced for its exceptional flower colour, compact habit, and pollinator value. It is a sterile cultivar, making it non-invasive and safe for northern gardens.

Final Thoughts: Vibrant, fragrant, and compact, ‘Miss Ruby’ is an ideal butterfly bush for gardeners who want brilliant colour and continuous blooms in a tidy, manageable form.