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Buddleja davidii 'Nanho Blue'

Family Loganiaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay
Soil pH acidic

Description Buddleja davidii 'Nanho Blue' (butterfly bush) bears showy, dark magenta and fragrant blossoms during mid summer. This deciduous shrub has dark green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning deciduous shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Buddleja davidii 'Nanho Blue' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Buddleja davidii 'Nanho Blue' (butterfly bush) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.