{"product_id":"buddleja-davidii-lochinch-3-litre-pot","title":"Buddleja davidii Lochinch 3 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"201\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eBuddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’ – A Refined Butterfly Magnet with Silvery Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"584\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"234\"\u003eBuddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the Butterfly Bush, is a stunning deciduous shrub renowned for its long, arching panicles of fragrant lilac-blue flowers and distinctive silver-grey foliage. A favourite among pollinators, this variety not only brings rich colour and heady fragrance to the garden but also serves as a vital nectar source for butterflies and bees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"865\" class=\"\"\u003e‘Lochinch’ stands out for its elegant habit and cooler-toned blooms, making it perfect for mixed borders, wildlife gardens, or as a specimen plant in more formal settings. With its long flowering period and graceful appearance, this Buddleja delivers both performance and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"867\" data-end=\"870\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"913\" class=\"\"\u003eWhy Grow Buddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1076\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eLong, Fragrant Flower Spikes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eProduces elegant, tapered panicles of soft lavender-blue flowers with orange eyes, blooming from mid-summer into early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1249\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eAttractive Silver-Grey Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eThe narrow, felted leaves offer a unique silvery tone that contrasts beautifully with the flowers and enhances overall garden texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1408\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eLoved by Pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eA true magnet for butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects – ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens and naturalistic planting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1587\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eCompact and Manageable Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eMore restrained than some other Buddleja varieties, ‘Lochinch’ typically reaches around 1.5–2.5m tall, making it suitable for smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1737\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eLow-Maintenance and Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eOnce established, it requires little care beyond annual pruning and copes well with dry, sunny locations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1742\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1789\" class=\"\"\u003eWhere to Grow Buddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1791\" data-end=\"1855\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1855\" class=\"\"\u003eIn mixed or shrub borders for a splash of late-season colour\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1910\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1910\" class=\"\"\u003eAs a focal point in wildlife or pollinator gardens\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1968\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1968\" class=\"\"\u003eIn Mediterranean or drought-tolerant planting schemes\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2020\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2020\" class=\"\"\u003eIn sunny courtyard gardens or south-facing beds\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2025\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003ch3 data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2083\" class=\"\"\u003eHow to Grow and Care for Buddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2192\" class=\"\"\u003eSoil – Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor or dry conditions once established.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2194\" data-end=\"2268\" class=\"\"\u003eLight – Requires full sun to flower profusely and maintain compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2350\" class=\"\"\u003eWatering – Water regularly during the first season; drought-tolerant thereafter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2352\" data-end=\"2438\" class=\"\"\u003ePruning – Prune hard in early spring to encourage fresh growth and maximise flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2521\" class=\"\"\u003eFeeding – Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring to boost bloom production.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2523\" data-end=\"2526\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2773\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003eBuddleja davidii ‘Lochinch’\u003c\/strong\u003e offers the perfect blend of elegance and ecological value. With its subtle silver foliage and richly hued flowers, this compact variety creates a stunning focal point while supporting vital pollinator populations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49764505682246,"sku":"164623","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/f136ef0f-b10d-4197-85d8-742f2d24f97a.jpg?v=1747830960","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/buddleja-davidii-lochinch-3-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}