The shrub Buddleja davidii 'Harlequin' (orange-eye butterfly bush) bears showy, bright red, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. This plant is arching in form and has matte and medium textured foliage that is variegated faded green and greyish green in colour. The bark is exfoliating in texture. Buddleja davidii 'Harlequin' (orange-eye butterfly bush) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Accent, border, container, cut flowers, foundation, mass planting, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics
This shrub attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Buddleja davidii 'Harlequin' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions
Depending upon your local conditions, Buddleja davidii 'Harlequin' (orange-eye butterfly bush) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
