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Byrdon Chincoteague Island, VA(Zone 8a) Oct 07, 2006

The strong winds in Chincoteague, VA, have uprooted a biggish butterfly bush. Can I cut it back and replant it now (October 7)? Or what should I do?
Byrd

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kiwigal Bel Air, MD(Zone 6b) Oct 07, 2006

I'd just replant it. Cut it back some for convenience in handling, but save the hard pruning for the spring. Throw a bit of root stimulator in the hole.

In my experience butterfly bush is pretty much indestructible. I ripped one out about 4 years ago and this year had shoots coming up from under the paving stones I put on top of its former home.

Good luck

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Byrdon Chincoteague Island, VA(Zone 8a) Oct 08, 2006

Thanks--I'll do it!

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