Buddleja davidii 'African Queen'
African Queen Butterfly Bush
Description
Butterfly Bush is a fast growing deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub ranging from 3' up to 10' with an open, rangy growth habit. It should be cut back nearly to the ground in fall or spring for size control and appearance. African Queen is a purple flowering Buddleia. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).