Water
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Also known as Butterfly Bush
Buddleja albiflora is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, conical clusters of white to pale lilac flowers, attracting butterflies and pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring and mid-summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Cut back flowered shoots from the previous year to encourage bushy growth and abundant blooms.
Deadheading spent flowers can promote a second flush.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots, remove lower leaves, and dip the base in rooting hormone.
Plant in a well-draining potting mix in a propagator or cover with a plastic bag to maintain humidity.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting compost. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Buddleja Albiflora (Buddleja albiflora)
Where Buddleja Albiflora (Buddleja albiflora) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Buddleja |
| Species | Buddleja albiflora |
Similar in genus Buddleja
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