Flowering Plants

Butterfly Bush 'Black Knight'

Buddleja davidii

$40.00

In Stock — 38 available

Sun: Full Sun
Water Needs: Low
Mature Height: 6–8 ft
Mature Width: 4–6 ft
Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
Flower Color: Deep Purple
Growth Rate: Fast
Cold Hardiness: Hardy to 0°F
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
Las Cruces Suitability: Excellent — Desert Adapted

Why We Recommend It

This plant thrives in Las Cruces with its excellent drought tolerance and ability to withstand hot, dry conditions. Its vibrant flowers attract numerous pollinators, making it a garden favorite.

Plant details are general guidance — ask our staff about your yard's conditions.

Best For

Pollinator Gardens
Xeriscape
Accents
Front Yards

Full Sun
Low Water
6–8 ft

Botanical Name: Buddleja davidii ‘Black Knight’
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Size: 6–8 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide
Flower Color: Deep purple to nearly black-purple
Bloom Time: Summer through fall
Foliage: Long, narrow, gray-green leaves with a soft, silvery underside
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-draining, average, sandy, or loamy soil
Wildlife: Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators
Special Attributes: Heat tolerant, drought-tolerant once established, fast-growing, long-blooming, and excellent for butterfly gardens, borders, and specimen plantings
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9