What Are The Okra Like Growth On My Butterfly Bushes

Question

I live at 7500 ft in CO. My butterfly bushes have developed growths that resemble okra in very late August and now early Sept. do they go to seed or bolt. What, if anything, should I do?

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Answer 1

Those are seed pods! If you want the plant to reproduce, then leave them. If you want to force energy back into the plant, you may cut them off.

This article will help you to care for the plant:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/butterfly-bush/butterfly-bush-care.htm