Buddleja davidii Royal Red

Common Name:
Buddleja davidii ‘Royal Red’

Description:
Buddleja davidii ‘Royal Red’ is a stunning, deciduous to semi-evergreen butterfly bush that produces long, arching clusters of rich reddish-purple flowers from summer through autumn. Highly fragrant and nectar-rich, these blooms are a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a perfect choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its silver-green, lance-shaped foliage adds an elegant contrast, giving the shrub a graceful and airy appearance.

This fast-growing and hardy shrub thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to encourage prolific flowering. It is drought-tolerant once established and benefits from regular pruning in late winter to promote dense growth and continuous blooming. Ideal for mixed borders, cottage gardens, and large containers, ‘Royal Red’ brings a bold and vibrant touch to any outdoor space.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 2 - 3 metres
• Width: 1.5 - 2 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Reddish-Purple

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots (Large)
• Drought Tolerant Once Established
• Bee Attracting
• Butterfly Attracting
• Fragrant Flowers
• Suitable for Hedging
• Perennial

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula species (Lavender)
• Salvia species
• Echinacea species
• Gaura species
• Rudbeckia species