Buddleja davidii 'Purple Emperor'
butterfly-bush
- Shrub
- 150 cm-2 m high
- Purple flowers
- Silvery-grey foliage
- Semi-evergreen
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 1 - 2 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 150 - 200 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - August |
| Flower colour | Violet |
| Leaf colour | Grey-green |
| Growth habit | Wide |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Buddleja davidii 'Purple Emperor' |
|---|---|
| Genus | Buddleja |
| Family | Buddlejaceae |
| Common names |
NL: vlinderstruik EN: butterfly-bush |
| Origin | Hybrid |
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