David's buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Lila Sweetheart' PBR P9(0,5L)

David's buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Lila Sweet' PBR – Butterfly bush in a Delightful Lila Shade

David's buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Lila Sweet' PBR (Buddleja davidii 'Candy Lila Sweet') is an attractive buddleia variety known for its abundant flowering, butterfly attraction, and stunning fragrance. Its lilac flowers and compact habit make it perfect for smaller gardens, as well as terraces and balconies.

Characteristics of the 'Candy Lila Sweet' buddleia

• Height and habit:

  • A compact shrub reaching a height of about 1.2–1.5 meters and a similar width. It has a compact habit and slightly overhanging shoots.

• Flowers:

  • Lily, fragrant, gathered in long, conical panicles up to 20 cm long.
  • It blooms from July to October, providing a long decorative period.

• Leaves:

  • Narrow, lanceolate, dark green, with a slight silvery shade on the underside, which emphasize the delicacy of the flowers.

• Fragrance:

  • The intense, honey-like aroma attracts butterflies, bees and other pollinating insects.

Growing conditions

• Position:

  • It prefers sunny positions, which are conducive to abundant flowering and intense flower coloration.

• Soil:

  • The soils are fertile, well-drained, moderately moist. It tolerates slight dryness, but does not tolerate excessive flooding.

• Watering:

  • Regular watering during drought, especially during flowering.

• Frost resistance:

  • Frost resistant (zone 5–9). In colder regions, young plants should be covered for the winter to protect the root system.

Care

• Pruning:

  • In spring (March-April), cut all shoots to a height of 20–30 cm, which stimulates abundant flowering and gives the shrub a compact form.

• Fertilization:

  • In spring, it is worth using a compound or organic fertilizer to support growth and flowering.

• Mulching:

  • It is recommended to mulch the base of the plant to keep the soil moist and reduce weed growth.

Use in the Garden

1. Flower beds: Perfect for mixed beds with other shrubs and perennials.
2. Solitaire: Ideal as a single accent in the garden thanks to its expressive flowers.
3. Naturalistic Gardens: Attracts butterflies and pollinating insects, adding movement and life to the garden.
4. Containers: Suitable for growing in large pots on terraces and balconies.

Advantages of 'Candy Lila Sweet' buddleia

• Long and abundant flowering: The flowers appear in summer and decorate the shrub until autumn.
• Butterfly magnet: The intense scent attracts butterflies and pollinating insects.
• Compact habit: The compact size also makes it suitable for smaller gardens.
• Easy care: Low soil requirements and drought resistance.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 0.5 liters
• Height: 15-20 cm
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes