Butterfly Bush
Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight'
- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
- Deer resistant
Kaw Valley Favorite
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Details
The deep, dark purple blooms of Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight' contrast superbly with its green and silver foliage. Butterfly Bush is a large shrub with arching branches of dense foliage and clusters of fragrant blossoms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Prune hard in spring.
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Type:
Perennial
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Bloom Color:
Purple / Violet
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Height:
72-96 inches
Spread:
60-72 inches
Benefits:
Truly Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Attracts Wildlife:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
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