Butterfly Bush, Pink Delight

The "Pink Delight" Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii 'Pink Delight') is a beautiful flowering shrub known for its large, fragrant pink flower spikes that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Growing this plant in USDA Zone 9 is relatively straightforward, given the zone's suitable climate. Here's how to successfully grow and care for the Pink Delight Butterfly Bush in Zone 9: Planting Pink Delight Butterfly Bush Climate and Zone Suitability USDA Hardiness Zone: Pink Delight Butterfly Bush thrives in USDA Zones 5-9. In Zone 9, it will do well due to the warm climate, but it might need some extra care to avoid heat stress during the hottest parts of the year. Site Selection Sunlight: Butterfly bushes prefer full sun, which means at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. In Zone 9, where summers can be hot, you might want to plant it where it will get some afternoon shade to protect it from the most intense heat. Soil: These bushes are not very picky abo