Very lovely late summer flowering species reaching about 2m, usually grown against a wall. Soft, white-woolly stems and leaves: the latter with a serrated edge. Fragrantsoft mustard yellow flowers freely borne in August/ September. Sun and well drained soil.
Common NameHimalayan Butterfly Bush
Approx Height (10 yrs.)120-180 cm (48-72")
Soil TypeSandy Loam
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy may need protection
Flowering TimeSummer to Autumn
Evergreen/DeciduousEvergreen
Coloured FoliageSilver Foliage
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Flower ColourLilac
Plant TypeShrubs