Product description
It is such a pleasant view to watch masses of Buddleia ‘Buzz Velvet’ flowers in a garden. On a sunny afternoon, the honey scent from the red-purple flowers will call for butterflies and hummingbirds. These healthy, hardy deciduous shrubs look very perky, planted on a patio or as a sunny flower border.
Buzz Velvet is also known as the ‘Butterfly Bush’ since it a popular source of sweet nectar for bumble bees, butterflies, other pollinators and garden wildlife. These flowering bushes will grow up to 1.5 metres in height. Their compact growing habit will ensure they do not take over your garden space.
Buzz Velvet Butterfly Bush is non-invasive and grows resistant to droughts in dry seasons. New plants will need more care, but generally regular watering and all-purpose organic fertiliser will suffice.
Once established, these shrubs become hardy and will cast a beautiful floral display every summer and autumn. Buddleja Buzz Velvet thrives in a sheltered sunny spot, planted in a well-drained average soil.
These flowering plants are perfect for a patio, or to decorate flower borders. You can also plant them in garden containers. The arching branches of Buzz Velvet are covered with grey-green leaves, adding a stunning contrast to the cone-shaped clusters of red-purple flowers.
This combination results in a fountain of gorgeous flowers planted in container pots. Deadheading Buddleja Buzz Velvet is important to encourage new blooms.
Butterfly Bush
Buddleia 'Buzz Velvet'
Buddleia 'Buzz Velvet'
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Product description
It is such a pleasant view to watch masses of Buddleia ‘Buzz Velvet’ flowers in a garden. On a sunny afternoon, the honey scent from the red-purple flowers will call for butterflies and hummingbirds. These healthy, hardy deciduous shrubs look very perky, planted on a patio or as a sunny flower border.
Buzz Velvet is also known as the ‘Butterfly Bush’ since it a popular source of sweet nectar for bumble bees, butterflies, other pollinators and garden wildlife. These flowering bushes will grow up to 1.5 metres in height. Their compact growing habit will ensure they do not take over your garden space.
Buzz Velvet Butterfly Bush is non-invasive and grows resistant to droughts in dry seasons. New plants will need more care, but generally regular watering and all-purpose organic fertiliser will suffice.
Once established, these shrubs become hardy and will cast a beautiful floral display every summer and autumn. Buddleja Buzz Velvet thrives in a sheltered sunny spot, planted in a well-drained average soil.
These flowering plants are perfect for a patio, or to decorate flower borders. You can also plant them in garden containers. The arching branches of Buzz Velvet are covered with grey-green leaves, adding a stunning contrast to the cone-shaped clusters of red-purple flowers.
This combination results in a fountain of gorgeous flowers planted in container pots. Deadheading Buddleja Buzz Velvet is important to encourage new blooms.
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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.
