Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™

Scientific Name: Buddleja davidii 'Pyrkeep'

Also Known As

Buddleia davidii 'Pyrkeep' Purple Emperor™
Buddleja Purple Emperor®
English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™ Butterfly Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™ plant details

Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™ is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant, long-blooming, mass-planting

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Purple Emperor™

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, pollution
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large mauve purple blooms, pretty and fragrant enough for butterflies, gardeners, and flower arrangers, this compact 4-5' shrub can be enjoyed in any yard or in a container. S/M CBRAF, USPPP