butterfly bush

Question

My friend gave me a butterfly bush.  It had been out of the ground for about five days. I have replanted the bush but it looks pretty bad. What should I do?

Answer 1

It has transplant shock. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm