Buddleja alternifolia, flowering (Fountain Butterfly Bush) with Stachys in garden

Buddleja alternifolia, commonly known as flowering fountain butterfly bush, is a deciduous shrub adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens. This plant features slender arching branches, silver-green leaves, and cascades of fragrant lilac flowers that attract butterflies and bees.

Native to China, Buddleja alternifolia thrives in well-drained soil and full sun in summer-dry climates. This shrub requires minimal water once established and is drought-tolerant, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes.

The fountain butterfly bush is prized for its graceful growth habit and showy blooms, making it a stunning focal point in mediterranean gardens. It can be used as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or as a border shrub.

With its adaptability to dry conditions and attractive appearance, Buddleja alternifolia is a valuable addition to any garden in need of low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plants.