How to Grow Madame Butterfly Rose
Antirrhinum majus
Your complete guide to growing Madame Butterfly Rose.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Madame Butterfly Rose
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Madame Butterfly Rose
✓ Good companions
Natural fungicide properties help prevent black spot and powdery mildew
Repels ants, aphids, and rodents while attracting beneficial insects
Provides vertical interest and shares similar soil and water requirements
Repels aphids, spider mites, and other rose pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Deters nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies while adding vibrant color contrast
Attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies that prey on aphids
Repels Japanese beetles and other rose pests with strong aromatic oils
Improves soil health and attracts predatory insects that control rose pests
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits rose growth and can cause yellowing and death
Can attract pests like cabbage worms and compete for similar nutrients
Compete for nutrients and water while creating excessive shade that reduces flowering
