This genus consists of about 100 species of deciduous, semi-deciduous, and evergreen shrubs and small trees from America, Asia, and South Africa, and includes many tropical and subtropical species. The attractive leaves are large, pointed, often crepe-textured, and usually grow in opposite pairs on the stem. Most species are grown for their flowers, however, and there are many decorative cultivars to choose from. Small, usually fragrant, flowers form loose branching clusters, and occur in shades of pink, mauve, reddish purple, orange, and yellow. The genus can be spelt Buddleja or Buddleia and is named after the seventeenth-century English botanist Adam Buddle.
CULTIVATION
These plants are hardy, quick growing, salt tolerant, and will thrive in any soil type. They prefer full sun and good drainage. Pruning in early spring will keep the plant tidy. Propagate from half-hardened cuttings in summer.
Top Tip
The nectar-rich flowers of Buddleja davidii varieties often attractive feeding butterflies to the garden in summer.
CULTIVATION
These plants are hardy, quick growing, salt tolerant, and will thrive in any soil type. They prefer full sun and good drainage. Pruning in early spring will keep the plant tidy. Propagate from half-hardened cuttings in summer.
Top Tip
The nectar-rich flowers of Buddleja davidii varieties often attractive feeding butterflies to the garden in summer.
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