How to Propagate Butterfly Bush
Buddleja davidii
| Methods | Stem cutting |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Best season | Spring–summer |
| Time to root | 3–4 weeks |
| Group | Outdoor / garden |
One of the easier flowering shrubs to root from cuttings. Softwood tip cuttings taken in late spring root fastest and most reliably.
Stem cutting
- Cut a 4–5 inch non-flowering tip.
- Strip lower leaves.
- Insert into moist, well-draining mix.
When to propagate
Late spring through summer.
Common problems
Cutting wilted. Cover loosely for humidity if wilting occurs quickly.
Questions people ask
Do I need rooting hormone? Not required — this shrub roots readily without it.
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