Description
Polygala fruticosa – Butterfly Bush ‘Southern Shores’
A long-flowering shrub with vivid purple blooms and coastal toughness
Bring a splash of vibrant purple to your garden with Polygala fruticosa ‘Southern Shores’, a hardy evergreen shrub known for its butterfly-shaped blooms and long flowering season. Native to South Africa, this variety thrives in coastal and windy gardens, making it an ideal choice for Southern Cape landscapes. The rich green foliage and almost year-round flowers provide structure and color in borders, containers, or as a low hedge.
☀️ Light Requirements
Prefers full sun
Tolerates light shade, but best flowering in sunny positions
🌱 Soil
Grows well in well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soil
Tolerates poor soils and coastal conditions
Avoid heavy clay or consistently soggy spots
💧 Watering
Low to moderate water needs
Water regularly during establishment, then only occasionally
Drought-tolerant once established
🌿 Growth Habit
Dense, mounding evergreen shrub
Height: 1–1.5 meters
Spread: 1–1.5 meters
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
🌸 Flowering Time
Flowers for most of the year, especially spring through autumn
Bright purple-magenta flowers with a yellow keel, resembling butterflies
❄️ Frost & Wind Tolerance
Mild frost hardy
Excellent wind and salt tolerance – ideal for coastal gardens
🐝 Wildlife Friendly
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
It is a great plant for ecologically supportive gardens
🌿 Ideal For
Coastal landscapes and windy sites
Water-wise gardens
Shrub borders, rockeries, or mixed beds
Containers or low hedging
Polygala fruticosa ‘Southern Shores’ is a standout performer for gardeners seeking color, resilience, and easy-care beauty. With its extended bloom time, pollinator appeal, and adaptability to coastal conditions, it’s a reliable choice for both ornamental and functional planting.
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