To date this is possibly the deepest purple Buddleja. A fine cultivar with long tapering clusters of purple flowers with a yellow eye, these look amazing when in full bloom and will attract a range of butterflies to the garden. Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established, this undemanding deciduous shrub offers a long season of colour and interest.

History

Buddleja ‘Black Knight’ has been one of the most successful B. davidii cultivars ever released. A selection made by Ruys at the Moerheim Nursery, Dedemsvaart, Netherlands, circa 1959, it was accorded the RHS Award of Garden Merit in 1993.

• Flower Colour: Intense purple
• Habit: Free branching
• Eventual height: 150-250cm (5-8ft) Spread: 150cm (5ft)
• Hardiness: Very hardy - 20°C USDA zones 5-9
• Leaf colour: Medium green
• Flowering: Very floriferous. The flowers are 15-20cm (6-9") in length
• Fragrance: Sweetly scented and rich in nectar
• Situation: Prefers a sunny position
• Wildlife: Good for bees, butterflies and other insects
• Later in the year some close up images of the flowers and leaves will be added along with a botanical description.