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.
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.
