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Description
Buddleja Lindleyana is a deciduous shrub native to China. It is commonly known as the “Lilac Butterfly Bush” due to its attractive lilac-colored flowers that bloom in late summer. The shrub grows up to 5 meters in height and has a spread of up to 4 meters. The leaves are lance-shaped and grow up to 12 cm in length. The plant is best suited for garden borders and can be used as a specimen plant or in mass plantings.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Buddlejaceae |
| Genus | Buddleja |
Appearance
The Buddleja Lindleyana plant has a graceful arching habit and produces clusters of lilac-colored flowers that are highly fragrant. The flowers are tubular, with four petals, and grow up to 30 cm in length. They attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. The leaves are lance-shaped and grow up to 12 cm in length. The bark is grayish-brown and smooth. The plant blooms in late summer and early fall and can continue to bloom until the first frost.
Care Guide
To care for Buddleja Lindleyana, it is important to provide it with well-draining soil and full sun exposure. The plant prefers moist soil, but it should not be overwatered. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy to USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Buddleja Lindleyana is relatively disease-free but can be susceptible to spider mites, aphids, and scale insects. Regular monitoring of the plant can help prevent infestations. Keep the plant well-watered to prevent spider mites from infesting the plant.
Habitat
Buddleja Lindleyana is native to China and can be found growing in rocky hillsides and open forests. It grows best in well-draining soil and full sun exposure.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Buddleja Lindleyana be grown in containers?
A: Yes, the plant can be grown in containers as long as it is provided with well-draining soil and full sun exposure.
Q: How often should I fertilize Buddleja Lindleyana?
A: Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Can Buddleja Lindleyana tolerate drought conditions?
A: The plant prefers moist soil but can tolerate periods of drought once established.
Q: How often should I water Buddleja Lindleyana?
A: Keep the plant well-watered, but do not overwater. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between watering.
Related Plants
- Buddleja Davidii
- Buddleja Globosa
- Buddleja Alternifolia
- Buddleja Salviifolia
References
- “Buddleja Lindleyana.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=282907.
- “Buddleja Lindleyana.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/3073/Buddleja-lindleyana/Details.
- “Buddleja Lindleyana.” The Morton Arboretum, www.mortonarb.org/trees-plants/tree-plant-descriptions/buddleja-lindleyana.
