Overview
Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' is a bushy, vigorous shrub in the genus Buddleja, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and slightly acidic to slightly alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, hedging and wildlife gardens. It is native to China.
About
Buddleja davidii, also called butterfly-bush, orange eye, or summer lilac, is a species of flowering plant in the family Scrophulariaceae, native to most of China except for the far northeast. It is widely used as an ornamental plant, and many named cultivars are in cultivation.
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About the genus
Buddleja is a genus comprising over 140 species of flowering plants endemic to Asia, Africa, and the Americas. The generic name bestowed by Linnaeus posthumously honoured Adam Buddle (1662–1715), an English botanist and rector, at the suggestion of William Houstoun. Houstoun sent the first plants to become known to science as buddleja to England from the Caribbean about 15 years after Buddle's death.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Buddleja
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic to slightly alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- Aspect
- south-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered to exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy, Vigorous
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, hedging, wildlife gardens
- Native to
- China
- Fragrance
- mildly fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion'
- Cultivation
- plant in well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established
- Pruning
- prune hard in early spring to encourage new growth and flowering
- Propagation
- softwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Capsid bug, Caterpillars, Figwort weevil, Mullein moth, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Fungal leaf spot, Virus diseases
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion'?
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion'?
Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.
What soil does Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' need?
Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion'?
Prune hard in early spring to encourage new growth and flowering.
Is Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' hardy in the UK?
Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Buddleja davidii 'White Profusion'?
Softwood cuttings in summer.