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Shrub: Drought, deer, gopher & clay tolerant. Semi-evergreen/deciduous border & pot plant. Leaves are green on top, white underneath. Fragrant deep blue cone-like flowers attract butterflies & hummers. Good cut flower. Blooms: summer-fall. 4-5' x 5-6'. Sun/light shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z5. English Butterfly Series-compact cultivars (PPAF)
Category: Shrubs & Trees
Common Name: Butterfly Bush or Summer Lilac
Zone: Z 5
Size: 1G
Width: 5-6'
Height: 4-5'
Bloom Time: summer - fall
Bloom Color: deep blue
Foliage Color: green with white under leaves
Water: moderate
Exposure: sun - part shade
Leaf Persistance: Deciduous/Semi-Evergreen
Attributes: attracts butterflies
attracts hummingbirds
drought tolerant
deer resistant
gopher resistant

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