Buddleja salviifolia
Buddleja salviifoliaBuddleja salviifolia is a hardy, fast-growing shrub with sage-like foliage and fragrant lilac to white flowers in late winter. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators and suits informal hedging, windbreaks, and wildlife gardens.
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Buddleja salviifolia
Buddleja salviifolia is a striking, fast-growing shrub native to southern Africa, valued for its drought tolerance and unique, textured foliage resembling sage leaves. It produces masses of fragrant, nectar-rich flowers in soft shades of lilac, mauve, or white during late winter and early spring, providing vital early-season food for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This hardy, resilient plant thrives in poor soils, requires minimal care once established, and makes an excellent choice for informal hedging, windbreaks, or wildlife-friendly gardens. Its upright, loosely spreading habit adds structure and softness to dry, sunny landscapes.
Buddleja salviifolia is easy to grow and thrives in full sun to light shade with well-drained soil, including poor or rocky types. Plant in spring or autumn and water regularly during establishment; once established, it becomes highly drought-tolerant. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape, while a harder prune every few years will rejuvenate older plants.