Product description
Buddleia Davidii ‘Buzz Sky Blue’ is a new variety with dense compact growth and large pointed spikes of light blue-purple flowers that bloom throughout summer. This early flowering deciduous shrub are Butterfly magnets, hence the name ‘Butterfly Bush’. Their sweet honey-scented fragrance will pull butterflies, bees and hummingbirds to your wildlife garden.
Buddleia Buzz Sky Blue grows only up to a certain height (1m - 1.5m). However, this dwarfism will not affect the plant’s ability to illuminate your flower border near pool area. The plant produces rich azure flowers in cone-shaped clusters, hanging from arching branches that form a fountain of dazzling colourful flowers.
The dense grey-green deciduous leaves of the Buzz Sky Blue, tinted with silver-grey undersides add a great contrast to the blooms. This flowering shrub starts blooming early summers and continues its bright performance until mid-autumn.
Removing faded flower heads will encourage new blooms in the same season. This plant develops tolerance to drought and winds, it is very hardy, once established.
It will thrive in full to partial sunlight in an average moist and well-drained soil.
Buddleja Buzz Sky Blue plants have a long-lasting flowering season. This makes them a gorgeous addition to patio containers. Use them as a perfect outdoor hedging or plant them as sunny to lightly dappled border.
Check out our blog on how to care for the plant.
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage a second flush of flowers.
How to Water
Water young plants regularly for the first year or so until they are fully established. After this, buddleias should only need to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
For the best show of flowers, plant buddleia in a sheltered spot in full sun. Ensure the soil drains well and dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball. Dig in some garden compost and position the plant, placing the top of the root ball just below soil level. Backfill with soil and compost and water in well.