• Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Fortune - Champion Plants
  • Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Fortune - Champion Plants
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Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Fortune

Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Fortune

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Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Fortune

An old variety with long panicles and a robust habit, Buddleja davidii Fortune (also known as Butterfly Bush) is a unique and beautiful addition to any garden. This large growing shrub is perfect for the back of a deep border, reaching heights of up to 2m and easily maintained to 1.5m spread. Its lance-shaped grey-green foliage adds interest even when not in bloom.

The flowers of Buddleja davidii Fortune are a stunning pink-purple colour, attracting butterflies and other beneficial insects to your garden. This shrub thrives in well-drained soil, including sandy, loam, chalk, and clay, and can be planted in full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to H6 (-15) and is a deciduous shrub.

  • Height: Flowering to 2m
  • Spread: Easily maintained to 1.5m
  • Foliage Colour: Lance shaped grey green
  • Flower Colour: Pink-purple 
  • Soil Type: Well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
  • Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
  • Hardiness: Hardy H6 (-15)
  • Type: Deciduous Shrub

Available in either a 9cm pot or 2 Litre pot, Buddleja davidii Fortune is easy to grow and maintain. However, it may suffer from a few problems, which can be easily remedied through proper pruning. It is important to avoid pruning too hard or too early, as this can lead to new shoots growing through the winter and being damaged by frost. The best time to prune is in October/November to shape the shrub, and then again in late March/April for a more thorough pruning.

In addition to its beauty and ease of care, Buddleja davidii Fortune also offers a broader view of the Genus. There are many different species and varieties of Buddleja, each with its own unique flower types, colours, and sizes. These shrubs are not only a delight for the eyes, but also for the beneficial insects they attract. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the beauty of Buddleja davidii Fortune in your garden.

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  • Grown in the UK: All of our plants are cultivated right here in Somerset, ensuring they are perfectly suited to being planted throughout UK gardens.
  • Peat-Free: Committed to sustainability, all our plants are grown in peat-free compost, supporting Eco-friendly gardening.
  • Family Values: A family-run business for over 20 years, we bring you quality with a personal touch. Our love for gardening is reflected in every plant we sell.
  • Diverse Selection: Whether you're looking to enhance your garden with perennials, shrubs, grasses, or exotic beauties, we have a vast array of plant categories to explore.

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  • Same Week Dispatch: Orders before 09:00 AM Monday dispatch on Tuesday/Wednesday. Orders after this dispatch the next Tuesday/Wednesday.
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  • Dispatch Time: Allow up to 5 working days for dispatch, extended to 10 during peak times.
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  • Free Delivery: On orders over £250, via courier or pallet depending on plant size. 
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  • No International Delivery.
  • Delivery Charges: Royal Mail 1st Class: £5.99 for parcels 0-0.99kg. 48HR Courier/Royal Mail 1st Class: £8.99 for parcels over 1kg.
  • Local Delivery: £5 within 5 miles of North Perrott, including Montacute, Stoke Sub Hamdon, etc.

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  • Plants are securely packed according to type for safe transit.
Returns:
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