Buddleja davidii 'Summer Bird Blue'

The Buddleja davidii 'Summer Bird Blue', also known as the Butterfly Bush, is a beautiful and fragrant flowering plant that attracts butterflies with its sweet scent. This plant is known for its stunning blue-medium violet blue flowers, which bloom from June to August in panicle inflorescences.

The Butterfly Bush has lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin and a pointed/acute leaf tip. The leaves are dark green in color and measure between 7.5 and 10 cm in size. The plant itself can reach heights of 40-50 cm or 70-80 cm, depending on the specific variety.

In terms of soil requirements, the Butterfly Bush prefers well-drained soil that is not poor in fertility. It can tolerate neutral to slightly acidic or alkaline soil with a pH ranging from 4.5 to 7.5 or higher. This plant thrives in sunny conditions and can withstand reasonable winter hardness in USDA-zone 7.

The flowers of the Butterfly Bush are single and have a diameter ranging from 1 to 10 mm. They are unicolored, with a beautiful blue-medium violet blue hue. The inflorescences are between 10 and 15 cm in length, with a diameter of 5-10 cm.

One of the key features of the Butterfly Bush is its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. The sweet scented flowers and the panicle inflorescences act as a magnet for these insects. This makes the Buddleja davidii 'Summer Bird Blue' an excellent choice for gardeners looking to create a wildlife-friendly space.

Overall, the Butterfly Bush is a deciduous plant with a stunning display of blue flowers and a fragrant scent. With its specific requirements for soil fertility, light conditions, and moisture needs, it can be a charming addition to any garden, attracting butterflies and adding a splash of color.

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