Buddleja Black Knight Butterfly Bush 3L Pot, Dark Purple Flowers

Buddleja Black Knight Butterfly Bush (Buddleja davidii) is a vigorous deciduous shrub, supplied as a 3 litre pot-grown plant, ideal for gardens seeking to attract pollinators. With dense clusters of fragrant, dark purple tubular flowers from July to September, it provides vital nectar for butterflies, bees and other insects.

Key Features

• Flower Colour: Dark purple
• Height: Up to 3m (9ft), easily controlled by pruning
• Flowering Period: Midsummer (July-September)
• Position: Full sun to dappled shade; well-draining soil
• Pot Size: 3 litre

Care & Maintenance

• Prune annually after flowering to maintain shape and size.
• Tolerates light shade but blooms best in direct sun.
• Water during dry spells until established.

FAQ

• Is this variety good for pollinators? Yes, it is highly attractive to butterflies and bees.
• How tall does it grow? Can it be pruned smaller? Reaches 3m but tolerates hard pruning to keep compact.
• What's unique about Black Knight? Compared to other Buddleja, its flowers are darker and more intensely purple.
• Does it require full sun? Prefers full sun but manages in partial shade with reduced flowering.
• Is 3L a suitable pot size? Yes, it is ideal for a strong, garden-ready young plant.