The deciduous shrub Buddleja davidii 'White Ball' (orange-eye butterfly bush) yields showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to late fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is faded green and greyish green in colour. The bark is exfoliating in texture. Buddleja davidii 'White Ball' (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 and specimen.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Buddleja davidii 'White Ball' 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
Depending upon your local conditions, Buddleja davidii 'White Ball' (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.
