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Buddleja davidii 'African Queen'

African Queen Butterfly Bush

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Description

Butterfly Bush is a fast growing deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub ranging from 3' up to 10' with an open, rangy growth habit. It should be cut back nearly to the ground in fall or spring for size control and appearance. African Queen is a purple flowering Buddleia. -Cornflower Farms

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Be sure to fix all leaks promptly no matter how small they may seem.