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Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™

Scientific Name: Buddleja davidii 'Adokeep'

Also Known As

  • Buddleia davidii 'Adokeep' [cbr#2636]
  • Buddleja davidii 'Adokeep' [cbr#2636]
  • English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™ Butterfly Bush
  • English Series Adonis Blue Butterfly Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-11

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Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™ plant details

Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™ is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™

USDA Zones: 5a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact purple butterfly bush.

By: Nasketucket Gardens

Fragrant, 10 to 12' long, deep blue flower clusters are produced all summer on compact growing Butterfly Bush. Great for Butterflies! Butterfly Bush is considered invasive in some areas please consult your local state offices before purchasing. [cbr#2636]

Gardening facts about Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™ plant

How to Grow Buddleja davidii English Butterfly™ Adonis Blue™

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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