Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Dartmoor - AGM

Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Dartmoor - AGM

Buddleja davidii Dartmoor (Buddleia/Butterfly Bush) is a unique and stunning variety of the popular Buddleia plant. Its grey green leaves and purple flowers set it apart from other Buddleia varieties, making it a standout in any garden. This particular cultivar was discovered as a chance seedling in a ravine on Dartmoor, adding to its rarity and appeal.

Standing at a height of up to 3m and with a spread of 2m, this deciduous shrub is easily maintained and can thrive in a variety of soil types, from well-drained sandy or loamy soil to chalk or clay. It prefers a position in full sun to partial shade and is fully hardy, making it a versatile and resilient addition to any garden.

• Height: Flowering to 3m
• Spread: Easily maintained to 2m
• Foliage Colour: Lance shaped grey green
• Flower Colour: Purple with unusual panicles, heavily split and unique 
• Soil Type: Well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
• Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
• Hardiness: Hardy H6 (-15)
• Type: Deciduous Shrub

Peter Moore, a renowned plant breeder, describes Buddleja 'Dartmoor' as 'arguably the most unusual B. davidii cultivar ever raised.' Its unique flowers, with heavily split and unusual panicles, make it a must-have for any plant enthusiast. This variety was introduced to commerce in 1973 and has been awarded the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit in 1993 and reaffirmed in 2010. Cloned from a plant found growing in a small ravine on Dartmoor near Yelverton by a retired American gardener, Mr Hayles; the story goes that with his wife clinging onto him, Mr Hayles was able to reach down and grab some propagation material from the plant.

When ordering, you can choose between a 9cm pot or a 2 Litre pot for your Buddleja 'Dartmoor'. As with all Buddleia plants, it is easy to grow and offers a beautiful display of flowers throughout the summer. Its flowers are also known to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects, adding to the interest and joy it brings to any garden.