B. ‘Blue Horizon’ is a stunning show stopper in late July and August with a compact upright habit and medium to dark green leaves. The rich sapphire blue flowers with a yellow throat is one of the best Buddleja around, we consider it far better than B. davidii ‘Empire Blue’.

History

The plant is though to have originated at the nursery of Bob Brown, Cotswold Garden Flowers but the date is unknown.

• Flower Colour: Rich sapphire blue
• Habit: Upright
• Eventual height: 180-210cm (6-8ft) Spread: 180-210cm (6-8ft)
• Hardiness: Very hardy - 20°C USDA zones 5-9
• Leaf colour: Medium green
• Flowering: Very floriferous. The flowers are 25-30cm (9-12") 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.