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DARKEST NIGHT™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
Buddleia x 'SMNBDMO'
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List Price $45.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 5-10 · Mature Height: 4-6 Feet · Mature Spread: 3-5 Feet
Darkest Night™ Butterfly Bush is the moody, midnight-hued star your garden didn't know it needed. Its deep purple, nearly black flower spikes create a sultry, luxurious contrast against lush green foliage, transforming any sunny space into a high-drama, pollinator-filled paradise. If you've been waiting for a darker, richer version of 'Black Knight', this refined new selection is finally here—and it delivers.
What sets Darkest Night™ Butterfly Bush apart is its improved habit. Instead of growing wild and unruly, it maintains a beautifully sculpted form that stays upright, tidy, and garden-ready. Each large, fragrant bloom emerges like a velvet torch, glowing with cool purple intensity even on the hottest summer afternoons. Butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds flock to it, turning your garden into a living, fluttering tapestry.
Heat and drought? It shrugs them off. Long summers? It thrives. From the first warm days of summer until the final frost, Darkest Night™ Butterfly Bush offers consistent, dramatic flowering that keeps the landscape vibrant when other shrubs slow down. Plant it as a focal point, pair it with lighter-colored companions, or create a striking hedge of dark, moody elegance.
Family: Scropholariaceae · Common Name: Butterfly Bush
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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DARKEST NIGHT™ BUTTERFLY BUSH Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Brown |
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Proven Winners® Color Choice® |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Low Resistance |
Flower Color*
| • | Dark Purple |
Flower Type*
| • | Fragrant |
Growth Rate*
| • | Fast |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Leaf Type*
| • | Deciduous/Herbaceous |
Plant Type*
| • | Shrub |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Low Water Use |
| • | Prefers Dry Soils |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Cuttings or Divisions |
Season of Interest*
| • | Fall |
| • | Fall Flowering |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Spring Flowering |
| • | Summer |
| • | Summer Flowering |
Uses*
| • | Accent Plant |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Near Water Gardens or Ponds |
| • | Rain Garden |
| • | Rock Gardens |
| • | Under Power Lines |
| • | Wildlife Habitat |
| • | Flowering |
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DARKEST NIGHT™ BUTTERFLY BUSH Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Well-draining soil is essential; sandy or loamy soils perform best.
- Avoid heavy clay or areas prone to standing water.
- Slightly acidic to neutral pH enhances blooming.
- Sun Exposure:
- Requires full sun for the deepest flower color and best structure.
- Aim for at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
- More sun equals more blooms and stronger fragrance.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Water regularly during the first growing season.
- Once established, shows strong drought tolerance.
- Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Compost or organic matter boosts summer bloom performance.
- Avoid excessive nitrogen—too much foliage growth can reduce flowers.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Prune in early spring once new growth begins; never in fall.
- Remove winter damage and shape lightly for structure.
- Deadheading is optional—this variety reblooms naturally.
- Mulch lightly, keeping mulch away from the plant crown.
Interesting Notes About DARKEST NIGHT™ BUTTERFLY BUSH
- The Darkest Buddleia Yet?: Its blooms are so richly purple they appear nearly black—one of the most dramatic shades ever introduced in butterfly bushes.
- Upgrade to a Classic: Bred as an improved version of 'Black Knight,' it features a deeper flower color and a more refined, controlled growth habit.
- A Perfume of the Night: Its velvety blooms aren't just beautiful—they're fragrant, filling warm summer evenings with a sweet, inviting scent.
- Summer-to-Frost Performer: This bush doesn't quit early—it flowers continuously from midsummer all the way through the first frost.
- Pollinator Royalty: Butterflies adore it, and so do hummingbirds and bees, making it a top-tier choice for pollinator-friendly landscapes.
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