Rheagan’s Plant of the Week: Miss Molly Butterfly Bush

The bold beauty your pollinator garden has been waiting for!

Looking to add bold color and attract pollinators? Say hello to Miss Molly Butterfly Bush—a standout shrub with rich raspberry-red blooms that butterflies and hummingbirds can’t resist!

Miss Molly is a compact, non-invasive variety of Buddleia that thrives in our North Texas heat. From mid-summer into fall, it bursts into long, fragrant flower spikes that are not only gorgeous, but also act like a magnet for Monarchs, Swallowtails, and other beloved pollinators.

Why We Love Miss Molly:

  • Deep, vivid wine-red blooms—a rare and striking color in the garden

  • Compact size (4–5’ tall and wide)—great for smaller gardens, containers, or mixed beds

  • Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established

  • Deer-resistant and pollinator-friendly

  • Blooms continuously with regular deadheading

Plant Miss Molly in a sunny spot with well-draining soil and watch the show begin! She’s happiest with at least 6 hours of sun each day and appreciates a good pruning in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth and abundant blooms.

Pro Tip: Pair Miss Molly with other butterfly favorites like Lantana, Zinnias, or Passion Vine to create a pollinator paradise in your yard!

This week is the perfect time to plant—and trust us, the butterflies will thank you.

Stop by and take home Miss Molly while she’s in full bloom!