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Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow)

Family Loganiaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.8 m (4 - 6 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow) (butterfly bush) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. This shrub is arching in form and has faded green and greyish green foliage that is matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen. The bark is exfoliating in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow) . Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow) is tolerant of drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow) (butterfly bush) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Buddleja davidii var. nanhoensis 'Monite' (Petite Snow) (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.