Is a Butterfly Bush a Woody or a Non Woody Plant?

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Although the butterfly bush (Buddleia) is considered a woody shrub, they are more often used as an herbaceous perennial. The butterfly bush produces a 6- to 24-inch-long cluster of colorful flowers that attract both butterflies and bees to the garden.

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Amy Deemer began her writing career in 1992. She began writing online content in 2009 and writes primarily for Answerbag and Garden Guides. Deemer enjoys researching and writing about flowers, plants and gardening. Deemer has an Associate of Arts in liberal studies from Westmoreland Community College.

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Is a Butterfly Bush a Woody or a Non Woody Plant?

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