Buddleia davidii

 

  Butterfly Bush

  Family: Loganiaceae

  Origin: Native to China

Hardiness: Hardy below 0 degrees; USDA Zones 7, 8, 9 and 10
Growth: Rapid growth to 10 feet with narrower spread
Form: Upright vase shape
Leaves: Deciduous; long (5 to 10 inches) and narrow
Flowers: Spikes up to 12" long; fragrant; white to lilac to purple
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Water: Drought tolerant; water deeply at least monthly in summer
Soil: Well drained; most California soils
Fertilizer: NPK in early spring
Prune: Head back for renewal like a rose while dormant
Problems: Few problems

Spectacular flowers in summer attract butterflies. Many varieties are sold. Flowers have orange centers. The predominant color ranges from white to pink to lilac to blue, purple and wine red. Buddleia is evergreen in Zones 9 and 10.

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