Spotted this bush on a walk earlier (Scotland, UK) and it was absolutely swarming with activity especially from butterflies as per the 2 photographs.
Would be an interesting one to find out as I wouldn't mind considering it as an addition to my garden setup.
Bush was about 6ft in height and had these purple flowered ends that were attracting the bees and butterflies.
Thanks in advance.
by JeffBiscuit67
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You guessed it, Butterfly Bush.
Lilac 💜
Butterfly Bush
Buddleia or commonly known as butterfly bush. There are smaller dwarf varieties if there is limited space in the garden.
I have one of these butterfly bush in my backyard! It’s highly fragrant and I LOVE to bring it in with my cut flowers!! It’s always swarmed with butterflies! They love it!!
….Buddliea davidii
Thanks all…. Very quick response….
I probably should have tried a Google search with “butterfly bush” but who knew it would be as obvious as that. I do now.
Appreciate it.
Butterfly Bush is highly invasive in North America. Plant with caution and, at the very least, be informed of the ecological risks.
Beautiful
How beautiful
stunning
Yes a butterfly bush