A Fountain Butterfly Bush (Buddleia alternifolia) at the New Orleans Botanical Garden
Sunset®: 2-24,28-41
Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun
Origin: Northwestern China
Growth Habits: Deciduous shrub, up to 12 feet tall (3.6 m.), dark green leaves, 1 to 4 inches long (2.5 to 10 cm.), with a lighter underside
Flowers: Purple lightly scented flowers, up to 0.8 inches long (2 cm.), in late spring to early summer
Watering Needs: Moderate water to regular water
The name alternifolia refers to the alternate leaves, unique in the genus.
Culture:
Prune after it finished blooming, since the wood produced later will bear the next year flowers.
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