Buddleja fallowiana is a species of flowering plant in the figwort family Scrophulariaceae. It is endemic to the Yunnan province of western China, where it grows in open woodland, along forest edges and watercourses. The plant was collected in China by the Scottish botanist George Forrest in 1906, and named in 1917 by Balfour and Smith for George Fallow, a gardener at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Fallow had died in Egypt in 1915 from wounds sustained fighting in the Gallipoli Campaign.
How to keep Buddleja Fallowiana.
Water
The lochinch butterfly bush, native to high-altitude regions, thrives in well-drained soil and requires infrequent watering. It benefits from being watered every 1-2 weeks, but it's important to avoid overwatering. Usually grown outdoors, this plant naturally aligns with rainfall patterns, which promotes vigorous flowering during its active growth season.
Pruning
To improve the health and appearance of your Lochinch butterfly bush, follow these pruning guidelines: 1. In early to mid-spring, cut back the flowering stems to 1-2 buds on the older wood. This will help promote more blooms. Remove any weak growth at this time. 2. Annually, reduce the height of the bush to about 2 feet. 3. If the bush is in an exposed location, trim the height by half in the autumn to prevent damage from harsh weather. 4. Regularly deadhead the plant to encourage additional flowering.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Buddleja
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Mature Height
- 1.8 m to 2.5 m
- Mature Spread
- 2.5 m to 3 m
