BUDDLEJA davidii 'Black Knight'

Deciduous - lance-shaped mid-green leaves to 25cm (10in) long.

Brown or black

Height - 3m (10ft)

Spread - 5m (16ft)

Tall Shrub - variable, fast-growing shrub with long, arching shoots and flowers in dense panicles to 30cm (12in) or more long.

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy 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)

Full sun

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - bees, butterflies and other insects.

Pests & Diseases - capsid bugs, caterpillars, figwort weevil, mullein moth, red spider mites.

Place of origin - China, Japan

Garden Location/Conditions - Woodland garden

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Is Scented Plant - Scented flowers

Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Rabbit Resistant