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Butterfly Bush 'Black Knight'
Buddelia davidii 'Black Knight'
Discontinued
Deciduous shrub best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Can grow in shade, however will develop a weed-like habit. Regular pruning will benefit the growth habit and promote better blooms. Mulch throughout the winter to prevent death from freezing temperatures.
Fragrant flower spikes can be up to 10 inches long, and do well when cut and used in floral arrangments. They begin to appear in the early spring and continue through fall. "Black Knight" cultivar has very dark purple blooms, nearly a shade of black.
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Butterfly Bush |
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Flower Color:Dark Purple
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Height:6-8 Feet
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Spread:3-5 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 7b
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