The answer is yes, you can – with caveats. Growing a butterfly bush in a pot is very possible if you can provide this vigorous shrub with a very large pot. Keep in mind that butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii) grows to heights of 4 to 10 feet (1 to 2.5 m.), with a width of around 5 feet (1.5 m.).

Can a butterfly bush survive in a container?

Butterfly bush will thrive in containers. Be sure to select a container that has several large drainage holes, and fill the container only with a fast-draining, light-weight potting mix.

Why you should never plant a butterfly bush?

“Butterfly bush just doesn't stay where we plant it,” He said. This detail can spell trouble for both your yard as well as that of your neighbors or any protected natural areas in your community. What's worse is that the invasive plant can also contribute to the collapse of food webs.