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Buddleja 'Buzz e Lavender' – Compact Patio Butterfly Bush

Add a splash of vibrant colour to your garden with the Buddleja 'Buzz e Lavender', a standout compact shrub from the celebrated 'Buzz e' series. This unique variety brings the classic beauty of buddlejas into smaller spaces—ideal for patios, balconies, or urban gardens where space is at a premium.

• Botanical Profile: Buddleja davidii hybrid, renowned for its fragrant, nectar-rich flower spikes that attract butterflies and bees throughout the summer.
• Flowering Period: Expect abundant violet-lilac blooms with striking orange centres from June to September.
• Mature Size: Grows to around 1m (3ft) tall and wide, keeping a neat, bushy form without excessive pruning.

Growing Guide & Care Tips

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun but will tolerate light shade.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil (neutral to slightly alkaline pH).
• Watering: Water regularly until established; drought tolerant once mature.
• Pruning: Cut back hard in early spring (March) to encourage strong new growth and prolific flowering.
• Feeding: Apply a general-purpose fertiliser in spring as new growth appears.
• Pests/Diseases: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant in UK conditions.

Design Ideas & Companion Planting

• Perfect for pots, raised beds, or mixed borders where space is limited.
• Makes a striking focal point paired with lavender, salvia, or ornamental grasses.
• Create a pollinator-friendly corner by combining with echinacea or verbena bonariensis.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal planting time is autumn or spring when the soil is moist and temperatures are mild.
• How fast does Buddleja 'Buzz e Lavender' grow?
  This compact variety reaches its mature size of around 1m within two to three years under optimal conditions.
• Does it need special care in winter?
  Buddleja 'Buzz e Lavender' is hardy in most UK regions. Mulch around the base in autumn to protect roots from severe frost if needed.