Scientific Name: Buddleia davidii Rehder & E.H. Wilson
Synonym: Buddleja davidii
Family: Loganiaceae
Buddleia davidii 'Alba' at Baker's Nurseries in Phoenix |
Recommended Temperature Zone: Sunset®: 3-24,28-35,37,39 AHS: 10-4 USDA: 6-9 Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun Origin: Central and western China Growth Habits: Deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub, up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m), 6 feet in spread (1.8 m) Flowers: Red, purple or blue flowers Watering Needs: Moderate water in well drained soil Propagation: Cuttings in summer |
Named after the French missionary father Armand David who collected it.
Blooming Habits:
The Butterfly Bush has pink to blue or white flowers.
Culture:
Prune heavily in late winter to prevent legginess
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