Buddleja davidii 'Royal Red' (orange-eye butterfly bush) bears showy, dark pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to mid-fall. This deciduous shrub is arching in form and has faded green foliage that is matte and medium textured. The bark is exfoliating in texture. 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, foundation, mass planting, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Buddleja davidii 'Royal Red' tolerates drought, compacted soil, pollution and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This deciduous shrub attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions
The growth rate of Buddleja davidii 'Royal Red' (orange-eye butterfly bush) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Buddleja davidii 'Royal Red' (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.
