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There is no reason to be forced to choose when you can have it all? Buddleja ‘Tricolor’ provides the luxury of three- varieties in one! Exuberant bursts of pale purple, rich mauve and brilliant white intertwine for an explosion of colour. This unusual, eye-catching display is sure to be a talking point.Otherwise known as the ‘butterfly bush’, Buddleja ‘Tricolor’ proves irresistible to pollinators and is an essential addition to any wildlife garden. Flowering from June to October, nectar-rich blooms coincide with the height of butterfly season and will be covered with a vast array of fluttering wings. The honeyed fragrance of this shrub attracts species from far and wide – you may find yourself lured by its enticing scent too!Vigorous and fast growing, Buddleja ‘Tricolor’ will reach a height and spread of 3m. Adaptable to full sun or part shade, Buddleja ‘Tricolor’ thrives on any moist, well-drained soil and will even flourish on poor soils. This robust shrub has an RHS hardiness rating of H6.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Buddleja Tricolor P12 |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Butterfly Bush |
| Hardiness | H6 (-15 to -20°C) |
| Colour | Purple |
| Format | 12cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 3.00 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 2.00 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Scented | Yes |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
