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December 3, 2015

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Growing Buddleia alternifolia (Butterfly Bush) Most of us could quickly identify the hugely common, but extremely popular Buddleia davidii and some may have seen the new dwarf Buddleia varieties but most will not recognise or even have heard of a Buddleia alternifolia (also known as the alternate-leaved butterfly bush). Originating from China, this large deciduous shrub or small tree has arching branches that nearly touch the floor and produce clusters of sweetly scented purple-lilac flowers along its…