Description
Buddleja davidii – Purple Butterfly BushÂ
Bring your garden to life with Buddleja davidii, commonly known as the Purple Butterfly Bush. This fast-growing flowering shrub produces beautiful, fragrant spikes of purple flowers that attract butterflies, bees and other nectar-loving pollinators, making it a wonderful choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Flowering generously during the warmer months, Butterfly Bush adds height, colour and movement to sunny garden borders. Its long flower spikes create an eye-catching display, while its sweet fragrance and abundant nectar make it a favourite with visiting butterflies.
Easy to grow and relatively drought-tolerant once established, Buddleja davidii thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prune it regularly to maintain its shape and encourage vigorous new growth and flowering.
A beautiful option for cottage gardens, sunny borders and pollinator-friendly planting.
Common Name: Purple Butterfly Bush, Summer Lilac
Botanical Name: Buddleja davidii
Plant Type: Flowering shrub
Flower Colour: Purple
Position: Full sun
Water Requirements: Moderate while establishing; lower once established
Soil: Well-drained soil
Uses: Garden borders, cottage gardens and pollinator gardens
Pollinator Friendly: Yes
