Harlequin Butterfly Bush
Buddleja davidii 'Harlequin'
SKU
01372
Spectacular summer color from reddish-purple flower spikes. Terrific fragrance attracts butterflies. Good background or accent plant with the added bonus of variegated leaves. Deciduous.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | BUD-lee-uh da-VID-ee-eye |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing to 4 to 6 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Mid-summer through fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Garden Style | Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Firescaping/Fire Wise |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, shear annually after flowering.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
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