Q. I have a few large butterfly bushes in my garden and they do look fantastic when in flower, but they can all get a bit messy afterward. Is it better to go out and deadhead to keep it neat, or will it be a lot of effort for little reward?
Butterfly bushes are hugely popular, they are striking in color and, as the name suggests, are great at attracting butterflies and other beneficial pollinators into the yard. Buddleias will need pruning each year to keep their growth in check as they are vigorous growers that can easily get too big for a space.
