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Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre'

Also Known As

  • Buddleia 'Orange Sceptre'
  • Orange Sceptre Butterfly Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 3'-7'

planting zones

  • 7b-10b

Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre' plant details

Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 7 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, fragrant, hedge, long-blooming, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre'

USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre' plant

How to Grow Buddleja 'Orange Sceptre'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-5'

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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