Switzerland Bans Butterfly Bush: Explore Alternative Planting Options

The summer lilac has been banned in Switzerland since September 2024, as it is considered an invasive species and displaces native plants, which impairs the food source for insects and threatens their survival. In Germany, it is still available, but there are attractive alternatives such as fragrant shrubs and trees. Other exotic plants such as cherry laurel, tree of heaven and sumac are also on the ban list of the Swiss Federal Council. The summer lilac is also slightly toxic. In Switzerland,..

The butterfly bush is banned in Switzerland as it is considered an invasive species. However, there are attractive alternatives such as cherry laurel, tree of heaven, and sumac, which are also affected by the ban.

The butterfly bush is banned in Switzerland as it is considered an invasive species. However, there are attractive alternatives for gardens.