The shrub Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' (orange-eye butterfly bush) bears showy, bright blue, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-summer to mid-fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is greyish green in colour. The bark is exfoliating in texture. Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' (orange-eye butterfly bush) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Border, cut flowers, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' . Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' (orange-eye butterfly bush) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Buddleja davidii 'Cornwall Blue' (orange-eye butterfly bush) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
