Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii White Profusion - AGM

Buddleja (Buddleia) davidii White Profusion

Buddleja davidii White Profusion (Buddleia/Butterfly Bush) is a unique and beautiful shrub that will add a touch of elegance to any garden. With its grey green leaves and pure white flowers that bloom in late Summer, this fully hardy shrub is a must-have for any mixed border. Not only is it visually stunning, but it is also highly attractive to bees and butterflies, making it a beneficial addition to any garden.

This shrub has a medium growing habit, reaching a height of up to 3m and a spread of 2m. Its lance-shaped grey green foliage and upright panicles of white flowers make it a standout in any landscape. It thrives in well-drained, sandy, loam, chalk, or clay soil and can be planted in a full sun to partial shade position.

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

One of the unique features of Buddleja davidii White Profusion is its ability to be easily maintained. It is supplied in a 2 litre pot and requires minimal care. However, it can suffer from a few problems, such as eelworm and incorrect pruning. To ensure the best growth and flowering, it is recommended to prune the shrub in October/November to loosely shape it, and then again in late March/April for a more thorough pruning.

The Buddleja genus offers a wide variety of species and varieties, each with its own unique flower types, colours, and sizes. They are not only beautiful but also beneficial to insects, making them a valuable addition to any garden. So why not relax in your garden and enjoy the sight of butterflies fluttering around your Buddleja in full bloom?