Buddleja Carnival

Buddleja ‘Carnival’

Plant Fact File:

• Pot Size: 5 litres
• Current Height: 30 cm
• Current Spread: 20 cm
• Mature Height: Up to 1.5 meters
• Mature Spread: Up to 1.5 meters
• Season of Interest: Summer to early autumn (blooms)
• Foliage Type: Deciduous
• Fragrant: Yes (fragrant flowers)
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Hardiness: Generally hardy
• Aspect: Full sun
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Soil Type: Well-draining soil

Description:

Buddleja ‘Carnival’ is a compact and deciduous shrub known for its vibrant and fragrant flower clusters, which attract butterflies and pollinators. With a 5-litre pot size and a current size of 30 cm in height and 20 cm in spread, this Buddleja is a wonderful choice for bringing color and wildlife to your garden or outdoor space.

At its current size, ‘Carnival’ forms a compact and rounded mound. However, when fully mature, it typically reaches a height of up to 1.5 meters with a spread of up to 1.5 meters, creating a well-proportioned and visually appealing shrub.

The standout feature of ‘Carnival’ is its summer to early autumn blooms, which appear in colorful and fragrant clusters. These blooms are not only visually captivating but also emit a pleasant fragrance, making it a magnet for butterflies and other beneficial insects.

Buddleja ‘Carnival’ is generally hardy and thrives in full sun. It prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.