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Lamiaceae
Trees and shrubs
Purple Emperor Butterfly Bush
Hardiness
Zone 5
Discover the plant
Family
Lamiaceae
Buddleia 'Purple Emperor' is a compact cultivar with dark green foliage and deep, almost royal purple flowers. It forms a well-structured shrub, perfect for beds and small spaces. Very floriferous and fragrant, it naturally attracts butterflies and bees. Easy to care for, hardy, and drought-tolerant, it's a sure bet for a sophisticated touch of color.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorPurple
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDiscreet capsules after flowering.
Maximum height1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Maximum width1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 5
Minimum temperature'-28°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
