Borage is a beautiful flower to plant in large clusters as the stunning blue and sometimes purple flowers bloom continuously through the growing season.
Butterflies use Borage as a host plant and will build silk nests within the plant
Facts:
Borage is also referred to as Bee Bush as it attracts bees and other pollinators.
This plant can also help to deter garden pests and worms that may destroy your garden.
Borage is an annual that drops seeds at the end of each growing season. The seeds will sit dormant through the winter and then sprout the following spring.
Grows up to 36 inches tall (91cm)
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Buddleia Davidii
Name:
Butterfly Bush
Binomial Name :
Buddleia davidii
Life Cycle:
Perennial Shrub
Sun Needs:
Full sun to partial sun
Soil Needs:
Well-draining nutrient rich soil
Water Needs:
Keep soil moist, check soil hydration daily
Bloom Time:
Early Summer through Fall
Butterfly Benefits:
Butterfly Bush provides nectar to butterflies
Facts:
USE Caution!! categorized as an invasive plant in many states. Check with local guidelines before buying and planting Butterfly Bush. There are both invasive species and non-invasive species in this family.
Deer resistant
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Butterfly Weed
Name:
Butterfly weed
Binomial Name :
Asclepias tuberosa
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Sun Needs:
Full sun
Soil Needs:
Well-draining sandy soil
Water Needs:
Keep the sandy soil on the drier side
Bloom Time:
Early Spring through late Fall
Butterfly Benefits:
Butterfly Weed is a source of nectar and larval host to butterflies.
Facts:
This deciduous herb can grow up to 2 feet tall (CM).
Deer resistant
This plant also attracts hummingbirds
USE CAUTION! This plant can be toxic if consumed and should be planted with care.
Please note: While we have worked to provide the most accurate information, climate and growing location will impact the size, height, bloom-time, annual/perennial status, and may impact color. We have gathered this data from personal experience, with online resources used for additional clarification. Additional references include google and usda.gov
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