Buddleja davidii var. Nanhoensis
Butterfly Bush
Description
This deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub will grow to 10' x 15' and produces pink, lilac, blue, purple, and white blooms. It attracts butterflies and does well in full sun or light shade.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, Purple
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.