My Favorite Shrub
Butterfly Bush
Buddleia davidii
Butterfly bush is an attractive deciduous flowering shrub. A shrub of medium height, this flowering accent works well placed in full sun with well drained soil. Butterflies and birds are very attracted to these plants, which bloom through summer and into fall. Since blooms occur only on new growth, a severe pruning in early spring will encourage plentiful flowers against blue green to silver grey foliage. Butterfly bush makes a beautiful and pollinator-friendly addition to any garden.
Adrienne Stutz, Horticulturalist and CPO Russell Landscape
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
(850)622-1381 • www.russelllandscape.com
My Favorite Ground Cover
Creeping Jenny
Lysimachia nummularia
We install Creeping Jenny in many of our landscape designs. It’s very hardy and easy to maintain. It can be planted in partial shade but develops a bright yellow foliage in full sun. A great focal point, it complements many shrubs and trees, especially those with a dark or purple foliage. For example, when planted under Crimson Queen Japanese Maples or near Lorapetalum, it creates a pop of color that’s sure to be enjoyed in any garden.
Jesse Callaway, Owner Modern Landscape Concepts
Cumming, GA
(678) 464-7918 • modernlandscapeconcepts.com
