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BUDDLEJA davidii 'Pink Delight'
Commonly known as Buddleia, Butterfly bush
Huge pure pink
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Deciduoussilvery-green leaves to 25cm (10in) long which mature to pale green.
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pure pink
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread2m (6½ft)
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Tall ShrubFast-growing, 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 davidii 'Pink Delight'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowBecause of its more compact form, a spring pruning will limit its size to about 1.5m (5ft). Wildlife plant - bees, butterflies and other insects.Pests & DiseasesCapsid bugs, caterpillars, figwort weevil, mullein moth and red spider mitesPlace of originChina, Japan. Bred at the Boskoop Research Station in the Netherlands.
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Flower ShapePaniclesDense panicles 25-30cm (10-12in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuits a mixed or shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSuitable for an open site slightly back from the seaCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Pruning groupPruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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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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