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The appeal of a butterfly bush cant be denied.
Phillips shares all the details on why butterfly bush is better avoided, plus what you should plant instead.
Meet the Expert
Mary Phillipsis the head of native plant habitat strategy/certifications at theNational Wildlife Federation.
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Is It Bad to Grow a Butterfly Bush?
They grow at a fast rate and can thrive in a wide variety of conditions.
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Should I Get Rid of My Butterfly Bush?
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