Buddleja davidii - 'White Proffusion' (Butterfly Bush)

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours White Flowers (Summer), Green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very Hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Buddleja davidii cultivation notes: Buddleia will flourish in all manner of soil, as long as it is well drained, especially chalky soils. Plant in full sun for the best show of flowers. Prune back to trunk if overgrown - this can be done annually, encouraging improved flowering and shape.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations.

Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth.

Common Missspellings: Budlea, Budleia, Buddlea, Budleja, Buddleia
Buddleja davidii - 'White Proffusion' (Butterfly Bush)
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