Buddleja davidii 'Potter's Purple'

Also Known As

Buddleia davidii 'Potter's Purple'
Butterfly Bush
Orange-eye Butterfly Bush
Summer Lilac

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-7'
W: 5'-7'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Buddleja davidii 'Potter's Purple' plant details

Buddleja davidii 'Potter's Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buddleja davidii 'Potter's Purple'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 5 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buddleja davidii 'Potter's Purple'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A robust, 1994 introduction by Plant Delights with rounded habit. Large dark green foliage. 5-8" long, deep purple-budded flowers open to clear violet, w/ moderate fragrance. Not as dark as the famous, Black Knight, but it has a more handsome, thick bloom and the foliage itself and plant appearance is more attractive. Always rates in the top (out of 60+) in Michael Dirr's trials at the U. of GA..