Buddleias are beautiful, undemanding plants that can be used as specimen or planted in mass. They are easily transplanted and survive most stresses, including people like me who have a propensity for moving plants at the wrong time of the year. Buddleia davidii has spread from gardens along the Eastern seaboard and the West coast, to roadsides and riparian (streamside) zones. It’s not yet considered a serious problem, but it’s spreading rapidly.

Planting many bushes together creates maximum visual appeal. They can be planted as an anchor for a garden or formed to make an unruly hedge, and often times are used as an ornamental plant. Plants will die down, but resprout in late spring. Prune to the ground to encourage new growth and a more fountain-like shape. Plant it near a path or patio and the shrub will provide a delightful fragrance for you, too. It’s generally pest-free.

Working on a garden is always a fun hobby and it is nice to see the results just after a few weeks of loving work. If you have children and it is summer time, why not introduce your kids to the wonders that these gardens can bring? If you love butterflies and gardens, then chances are that your kids will love it too! Choose flowers and plants that are not hazardous to young children but are the same time, attractive to caterpillars and butterflies. Milkweed is a good choice since it attracts caterpillars. Also, take note that if you are situated in the south and you want to add Lantana Berries, make sure that your kids know about these plants since these plants are considered poisonous. Lastly, don’t forget to add a bench so both you and your kid will have someplace to sit at the end of the day!

Lucky for those who love butterflies, plants that attract butterflies are aplenty and come in different shades, types and so on. So you won’t be stuck with plants that you don’t like, or worse, plants that you dislike. Also, most of these plants are usually fragrant so your garden will not only attract butterflies but humans as well. Don’t forget to put a stone path and some benches so that you will be able to relax in your garden once it is completed! Also, once the specific butterfly attracting plants are strategically placed in your garden, then now is the time for you to add some more plants that you love. Don’t worry if your garden is a mish mash of colors ranging from blue, violet and red. That will only make your garden all the more attractive and endearing.