Pruning guide
How to prune buddleja 'lo and behold blue chip'
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Pruning buddleja 'lo and behold blue chip' — FAQ
When should I prune buddleja 'lo and behold blue chip'?
Late winter to early spring, once new growth buds are visible but before strong shoot extension. Cut stems back by one-half to two-thirds, just above a healthy pair of buds. Remove weak or crossing stems entirely. Because this is a dwarf selection it needs less drastic reduction than standard davidii types — aim to refresh, not demolish.
How often does buddleja 'lo and behold blue chip' need pruning?
Annually. Yes, prune annually — it flowers on new wood so cutting back hard each spring drives the strongest blooms. Unlike full-sized butterfly bushes, 'Blue Chip' is compact (under 2 ft), so cuts are modest rather than drastic, but skipping pruning leads to twiggy growth and fewer flower spikes.
How do you prune buddleja 'lo and behold blue chip'?
Cut stems back by one-half to two-thirds, just above a healthy pair of buds. Remove weak or crossing stems entirely. Because this is a dwarf selection it needs less drastic reduction than standard davidii types — aim to refresh, not demolish.