Pugster White Butterfly Bush

Pugster White Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x 'SMNBDW')

Pugster White Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x 'SMNBDW') delivers crisp white flower spikes with golden-yellow eyes on a compact, durable plant. Part of the Proven Winners Pugster series, this dwarf Buddleia produces full-sized blooms on a small frame, offering long-lasting color and fragrance from summer until frost. With thick, winter-hardy stems and a space-saving size, it is a reliable choice for patios, containers, and modern landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Staying just 2 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, 'Pugster White' provides big impact in a small footprint. Each flower spike is pure white with a subtle yellow center, adding brightness and contrast to sunny beds and borders. Sturdy stems help it withstand winter dieback, while its sterile habit ensures it is non-invasive and garden-friendly. Like other Pugster selections, it maintains a neat, rounded habit with minimal pruning.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Requires full sun for best bloom display and compact form.
• Soil: Well-drained soils are essential; tolerates sandy or average garden conditions.
• Water: Moderate; water regularly until established, then only during extended dry spells.
• Humidity: Thrives in heat and humidity with adequate airflow.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9; bred for improved cold tolerance and reliable regrowth.

Ideal Uses

• Containers and Raised Beds: Compact size makes it ideal for patios, porches, and decks.
• Pollinator Gardens: White blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
• Foundation Plantings: Adds structure and brightness near entryways and walkways.
• Mixed Borders: Contrasts beautifully with darker flowering shrubs and perennials.
• Mass Plantings: Works well in groups for a long-season, luminous display.

Low Maintenance Care

Pugster White is bred for easy care and dependable performance. With strong stems and non-stop flowering, it requires little beyond seasonal pruning and occasional watering.

• Watering: Maintain even moisture during establishment; drought tolerant when mature.
• Pruning: Cut back in early spring to encourage dense, new growth and abundant flowering.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
• Pest & Disease Resistance: Deer resistant and generally pest-free when planted in full sun with good drainage.
• Winter Care: Thick stems reduce dieback; mulch lightly in colder zones for extra root protection.

Why Choose Pugster White Butterfly Bush?

Pugster White Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x 'SMNBDW') offers luminous color, compact growth, and reliable performance from summer to fall. With fragrant blooms and pollinator appeal, it fits seamlessly into both containers and garden beds.

• Pure White Blooms: Bright flowers with yellow eyes create a clean, classic look.
• Dwarf, Compact Form: Fits easily into small gardens or patios without sacrificing flower size.
• Winter-Hardy Stems: Improved structure resists cold-weather dieback.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Nectar-rich blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
• Non-Invasive and Reliable: Sterile habit ensures eco-friendly performance without reseeding.

For gardeners seeking a bright, space-conscious shrub with dependable blooms and low maintenance needs, Pugster White Butterfly Bush is a standout choice for sunny landscapes and container displays.