Buddleja davidii ‘Rêve de Papillon Blue’ – Compact Butterfly Bush with Long Summer Flowering
Buddleja davidii ‘Rêve de Papillon Blue’ is a charming compact butterfly bush, producing elegant spikes of soft violet-blue flowers from early summer through to autumn. The slender flower panicles rise above silvery-green foliage, creating a light and airy display that brings colour and movement to borders.
Highly attractive to butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, this variety is a valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Its long flowering period ensures a steady source of nectar throughout the warmer months.
The naturally compact habit makes ‘Rêve de Papillon Blue’ particularly well suited to smaller gardens, mixed borders, and patio containers. It blends beautifully with ornamental grasses and late-summer perennials, adding both colour and structure.
Hardy and easy to grow, this buddleja thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering, while pruning in early spring keeps plants compact and vigorous.
Graceful, colourful, and wonderfully wildlife-friendly, Buddleja ‘Rêve de Papillon Blue’ is an excellent choice for adding long-lasting summer interest to the garden.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring: Fresh green shoots emerge after pruning.
Summer: Violet-blue flower spikes bloom continuously.
Late Summer–Autumn: Continued flowering attracts butterflies.
Winter: Plant dies back, re-emerging in spring.
Key Features
Violet-blue flowers – Soft summer colour.
Long flowering period – Blooms from summer to autumn.
Compact growth – Ideal for smaller spaces.
Pollinator-friendly – Loved by butterflies and bees.
Hardy and reliable – Easy to grow.
Perfect For
Wildlife gardens – Excellent nectar source.
Mixed borders – Adds height and movement.
Containers – Compact patio planting.
Cottage gardens – Informal charm.
Late-season colour – Extends summer displays.
Growing Tips
Sun/Position: Full sun.
Soil: Well-drained soil; tolerates poorer soils once established.
Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.
Care: Prune hard in early spring to encourage fresh flowering growth.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
