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Buddleja davidii 'Sugar Plum' 2 Ltr pot Buddleja davidii 'Sugar Plum' 2 Ltr pot
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Key Features
FAST GROWING
HAS FLOWERS (Purple)
FRAGRANCED
FULL SHADE
Seasonal Availablity
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Description
Buddleja davidii ‘Sugar Plum’ is a compact, modern butterfly bush prized for its deep plum-purple flower spikes and tidy, well-behaved growth habit. Flowering from mid-summer through to early autumn, it produces masses of richly coloured, sweetly scented blooms that are irresistible to butterflies, bees, and other pollinators.
Designed to stay smaller than traditional Buddlejas, ‘Sugar Plum’ is ideal for smaller gardens, borders, and container planting. Its soft grey-green foliage provides an attractive contrast to the vibrant flowers, while the long flowering season ensures months of colour and wildlife interest.
Hardy, fast-growing, and easy to care for, this variety flowers on new growth and responds well to hard pruning in spring. Supplied in a 2-litre pot, it is well established and ready to perform quickly after planting.
- Compact Buddleja with rich plum-purple flowers
- Long flowering period from summer to early autumn
- Sweetly scented blooms
- Excellent for butterflies and pollinators
- Ideal for small gardens, borders, and containers
- Hardy, fast-growing, and low maintenance
- Flowers reliably on new growth
- Supplied in a 2L pot for quick establishment
Position: Plant in full sun. Choose a warm, open spot with well-drained soil.
Planting: Plant into fertile, free-draining soil. Improve heavy soils with compost or grit.
Watering & Feeding: Water regularly until established. Water during prolonged dry spells. Feed in spring with a general-purpose fertiliser.
Pruning: Prune hard in early spring to keep plants compact and encourage abundant flowering.
Winter Care: Fully hardy. Apply a mulch in autumn to protect the roots in colder areas.
Q: How tall does ‘Sugar Plum’ grow?
Around 1.2-1.5 metres tall and wide.
Q: Is it suitable for containers?
Yes, it performs very well in large pots.
Q: Does it attract butterflies?
Yes, it’s an excellent plant for wildlife gardens.
Q: Does it flower every year?
Yes, it flowers reliably each summer on new growth.
Q: Is it easy to maintain?
Very easy-annual spring pruning is all that’s required.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly