Buddleja davidii Lochinch - Butterfly Bush 3 Litre Pot

Buddleja davidii Lochinch

This refined butterfly bush combines elegant lavender-blue flowers with distinctive silver-grey foliage, creating a sophisticated addition to any garden while providing essential habitat for wildlife.

Seasonal Highlights

From mid-summer through autumn, graceful spikes of lavender-blue flowers with bright orange eyes appear in abundance. The silver-grey foliage provides attractive contrast throughout the growing season.

Key Features

• Distinctive silver-grey foliage year-round
• Fragrant lavender-blue flowers with orange centres
• Exceptional butterfly and pollinator attractor
• Hardy and drought tolerant once established
• Long flowering period from summer to autumn

Perfect For

Ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens and coastal locations. The silver foliage makes it particularly valuable in hot, dry spots. Plant near patios and paths to enjoy the visiting butterflies and sweet fragrance.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun and well-drained soil for best results. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back hard in early spring to maintain shape and promote vigorous flowering growth. Tolerates poor soils and drought once established.

Looks Great With

Combines beautifully with roses, lavenders, salvias and ornamental grasses. The silver foliage complements purple and pink flowering plants. Works well in Mediterranean-style plantings alongside cistus and rosemary.

A refined choice for gardeners seeking an elegant, wildlife-friendly shrub that delivers months of colour while remaining easy to care for and remarkably resilient.