The shrub Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' (butteflybush) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, faded purple and fragrant blooms during mid summer to mid-fall. The matte foliage is faded green and greyish green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' (butteflybush) has exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' (butteflybush) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, cut flowers, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics
This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' (butteflybush) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Buddleja davidii 'Ile de France' (butteflybush) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
