Butterfly Bush. Fast-growing shrub with arching stems of green leaves Panicles of violet-blue flowers with orange eyes. Max Height 3m. Max Spread 5m. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Buddleja davidii ‘Empire Blue’
Fast-growing shrub with arching stems of green leaves Panicles of violet-blue flowers with orange eyes.
Additional information
| Generic | Buddleja |
|---|---|
| Species | davidii |
| Varietry | 'Empire Blue' |
| Common Name | Butterfly Bush |
| Flower Colour | violet, blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 3m |
| Family | Buddlejaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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