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Orange-eye

Buddleja davidii

Scrophulariaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Fragrant
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Buddleja davidii, commonly known as Butterfly bush or Orange-eye, is an ornamental shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family. It produces blue flowers and prefers part shade. It is not toxic.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

1–3 m

Spread

1–3 m

Zones

5–8

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Growing Conditions

This shrub thrives in part shade. Its water needs, hardiness, and height are unknown. The blooming period is also unknown.

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