David Buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Little Lila' PBR P9(0,5L)

David's Buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Little Lila' PBR – Compact Magnetism in a Lilac Edition

David's buddleia Butterfly 'Candy Little Lila' PBR (Buddleja davidii Butterfly 'Candy Little Lila') is a compact buddleia variety that is ideal for smaller gardens, terraces and balconies. Known for its abundant flowering and attraction of butterflies, this variety combines intense flower color, beautiful fragrance and ease of care.

Characteristics of the 'Candy Little Lila' buddleia

• Height and habit:

  • A small, compact shrub reaching a height of 0.8–1 meter and similar width. Its habit is elegant, with slightly overhanging shoots.

• Flowers:

  • Lilac flowers gathered in long panicles 10–15 cm long.
  • It blooms from July to October, providing a long decorative period.

• Leaves:

  • Narrow, lanceolate, dark green with a delicate silvery coating on the underside.

• Fragrance:

  • The flowers give off an intense, honey-like scent that attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinating insects.

Growing conditions

• Position:

  • It prefers sunny positions, which support intense flowering and beautiful flower coloration.

• Soil:

  • It requires fertile, well-drained and moderately moist soil. It tolerates short-term dryness, but does not tolerate water stagnation.

• Watering:

  • Watering regularly, especially during periods of drought and during flowering.

• Frost resistance:

  • Fully hardy (zone 5–9), but young plants may need light protection for the winter in colder regions.

Care

• Pruning:

  • In early spring (March-April), the shoots should be cut to a height of 20–30 cm, which stimulates lush flowering and strengthens the compact habit.

• Fertilization:

  • In the spring, apply a compound or organic fertilizer to promote growth and flowering.

• Mulching:

  • Mulch around the base of the plant helps to keep the soil moist and reduce weed growth.

Use in the Garden

1. Decorative beds: Ideal for borders and group plantings in combination with other plants.
2. Solitaire: It works great as a decorative accent in small gardens.
3. Naturalistic gardens: Supports biodiversity by attracting pollinators.
4. Containers: Its compact size makes it perfect for growing in pots on patios and balconies.

Advantages of the 'Candy Little Lila' buddleia

• Compact size: Ideal for smaller spaces such as terraces and balconies.
• Long flowering: Decorative flowers from summer to autumn.
• Butterfly magnet: Attracts pollinating insects, bringing life to the garden.
• Easy to clean: Low soil requirements and high resistance.

Plant Specifications

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