Buddleja dav. 'Lilac Cascade' - 40-60 CM C10

Description
The Butterfly bush 'Lilac Chip'(s) (Buddleja davidii) is an upright small shrub that produces lilac-coloured flowers arranged in panicles with a strong fragrance. They appear from June to October. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 60 cm and grows to a width of approx. 60 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Buddleja 'Lilac Chip'.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * Cut flower * strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * easy to care for * heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, resistant to urban climates, smoke-hardy

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Butterfly bush 'Lilac Chip'(s) has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Butterfly bush 'Lilac Chip'(s) is an upright growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 40 - 60 cm and is approx. 40 - 60 cm wide. Rapidly growing.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally from September to October, is advisable for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
Cut back: In the period from September to October.

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers of the Butterfly bush 'Lilac Chip'(s) appear in panicles from June to October. They are strongly scented.

Use
Tubs, cutting, bee pasture, balcony/patio, small/front garden, scented garden

Root
Close to the surface.