Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii Purple Champion

Buddleja ‘Purple Champion’ – Exclusive New Butterfly Bush for 2021

Exceptional Flower Power, Rich Purple Blooms & Wildlife-Friendly

Buddleja ‘Purple Champion’ is an exciting new introduction for 2021, available exclusively from Champion Plants. This outstanding butterfly bush produces masses of deep purple flower spikes, creating a striking display from mid-summer through to autumn. Its nectar-rich blooms make it an excellent choice for attracting butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, bringing movement and life to the garden.

With a compact yet vigorous growth habit, ‘Purple Champion’ is perfect for borders, wildlife-friendly gardens, and even large patio containers. Unlike some Buddleja varieties, this plant maintains a tidy, well-branched structure, making it easy to manage with light pruning.

This unique plant, also known as Butterfly Bush, was discovered as a chance seedling on our nursery. Its naturally dwarf habit and weeping flower habit make it stand out from other Buddleja varieties. The long purple flowers with yellow centers add to its charm. We have named it Purple Champion, attaching our name to it as a nod to our nursery's selection of plants, all starting with Caryopteris Jason named after the owner.
This plant is being released for sale for the first time in 2021!

Height: Flowering to 1.3m
Spread: Easily maintained to 1m
Foliage Colour: Lance shaped grey green
Flower Colour: Strong purple
Soil Type: Well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
Hardiness: Hardy H6 (-15)
Type: Deciduous Shrub

Why Choose Buddleja ‘Purple Champion’?

• Exclusive New Variety for 2021 – Available only from Champion Plants.
• Deep Purple Flower Spikes – Richly coloured blooms from summer into autumn.
• Excellent for Pollinators – A magnet for butterflies and bees.
• Compact & Manageable Growth – Ideal for borders, cottage gardens & large containers.
• Drought-Tolerant & Hardy – Thrives in UK gardens with minimal care.

How to Grow & Care for Buddleja ‘Purple Champion’

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for the best flowering display.
• Watering: Drought-tolerant once established; water well during dry spells.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained soils, including chalky and sandy types.
• Pruning: Trim back hard in early spring to encourage fresh growth.
• Hardiness: Fully hardy in UK climates, providing reliable performance year after year.

Perfect for Any Garden Setting

• Wildlife & Pollinator Gardens – Attracts butterflies, bees & other beneficial insects.
• Mixed Borders & Cottage Gardens – Adds vibrant colour and structure.
• Low-Maintenance & Drought-Tolerant Landscapes – Thrives in challenging conditions.
• Large Patio Containers – Brings summer colour to terraces and patios.

Order Buddleja ‘Purple Champion’ Online Today

Be among the first to grow this exclusive new Buddleja variety, offering bold colour, long-lasting flowers, and pollinator appeal. Limited availability – secure your plants now for fast UK delivery!