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Lovely flowers of the Buddleja davidii 'Black Knight or Butterfly Bush |
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Buddleja davidii 'Black Knight'
(Butterfly
Bush) |
Origin: Native to China
Family: Buddlejaceae
Light:
Full sun
Height: 6'
Spread: 6-8'
Blooms:
Fragrant, violet-purple,
cone-shaped, mid-Summer
Foliage:
Deciduous, herbaceous
Soil: Well-drained, drought tolerant
Water: Regular
Propagation:
Seeds, semi-hardwood cuttings
Uses: Specimen, landscaping, ornamental
Comments:
Buddleja davidii 'Black Knight or
Butterfly Bush is a showy low-maintenance perennial shrub
that produces abundant blooms at the end of arching stems. Butterfly
Bush is
a magnet for bees and butterflies especially the Zebra Longtail
butterflies. Deadhead to promote repeated
blooms. Trim plant to maintain shape.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 5-11 |
