Description
(Buddleja davidii)
A very hardy large shrub with masses of large mauve flower spikes of lightly perfumed flowers that attract birds and butterflies.
POSITION & USES
As screening plant, small hedge or specimen plant in cottage gardens. Does well in a sunny position and tolerates coastal planting. Suitable for cut flowers.
CULTIVATION
Give a medium prune after flowering or when plant is too large.
FERTILISING
Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed will keep it looking its best.
Plant Attributes
| HAT COLOUR | Mauve |
|---|---|
| SPECIAL QUALITIES | A very hardy large shrub with masses of lightly perfumed flowers that attract birds and butterflies. Also known as ‘Butterfly Bush’ and ‘Summer Lilac’. |
| FLOWERS | Large mauve flower spikes in summer. |
| PLANTS NEEDED PER SQUARE METRE | 1 |
| HABIT | Tall upright shrub. |
| WIDTH | 2.0m |
| HEIGHT | 2.5m |
