Buddleia Butterfly Candy 'Little White' Patio Tree

Buddleia Butterfly Candy 'Little White' Patio TreeThe 'Little White' Buddleja is a compact variety that, when trained as a standard tree, offers a sophisticated presence in any garden design. For months, from summer right through to autumn, it is adorned with a wealth of tapered flower spikes in a crisp, clean white. These honey scented blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, making the tree a hive of activity for bees and a favourite landing spot for butterflies throughout its flowering season.

The 'Little White' Buddleja is a compact variety that, when trained as a standard tree, offers a sophisticated presence in any garden design. For months, from summer right through to autumn, it is adorned with a wealth of tapered flower spikes in a crisp, clean white. These honey-scented blooms are highly attractive to pollinators, making the tree a hive of activity for bees and a favourite landing spot for butterflies throughout its flowering season. Being a sun-worshipper, its flowering potential is maximised in the brightest part of the garden, so choose a spot that receives plenty of direct sunlight for the best results. While it needs consistent watering to fuel its summer growth, the most vital aspect of its long-term care is its winter treatment: it is essential to shield the roots from cold, wet conditions by letting the compost dry out significantly during its dormant period.

To elevate your 'Little White' patio tree from a single specimen to a complete display, underplanting it with a well-chosen companion is an excellent strategy. For a classic, bee-friendly combination that offers a striking colour contrast, consider planting English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') at its base; its fragrant, deep purple flower spikes will stand out beautifully against the Buddleja's crisp, pure white blooms. This ground-level planting not only adds another layer of beauty but also helps to visually anchor the tree in its pot, complementing its graceful, standard form.

Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.