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BUDDLEJA yunnanensis
Commonly known as Buddleia, Butterfly bush
Large tapering leaves and violet flowers on this rare Chinese species first discovered in 1915
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DeciduousNarrowly ovate leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetViolet flowers
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, upright shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sun
BUDDLEJA yunnanensis
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowWildlife plant - insectsPests & DiseasesCapsid bugs, caterpillars, figwort weevil, mullein moth. red spider mites.Place of originChina. First described by French botanist F. Gagnepain in 1915.
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Flower ShapePaniclesSlender panicles to 6cm (2½in) long
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginDenticulate
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Buddleja - Care Guide
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2.5m (8ft) |
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