{"product_id":"chrysalis-cranberry-buddleia-buddleja-davidii-chrysalis-cranberry","title":"Chrysalis Cranberry Buddleia - Buddleja davidii 'Chrysalis Cranberry'","description":"\u003cp\u003eChrysalis Cranberry Buddleia (\u003cem\u003eBuddleja davidii\u003c\/em\u003e 'Chrysalis Cranberry') is a compact butterfly bush that reaches only 50cm to 70cm tall and 45cm to 60cm wide, roughly knee to thigh high. Long, honey scented spikes in a warm, vibrant magenta purple open from early summer through late autumn. It is bred for abundant flowers, a long season and resistance to downy mildew, which makes it a dependable choice for pots and small borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA long run of colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers open from early summer through late autumn, which is five months of magenta purple spikes on a bush that never gets big.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBred for plenty of flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Chrysalis range was developed for abundant blooms on compact plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResists downy mildew.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mildew is a common problem on buddleias in humid summers, and this variety is bred to shrug it off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterflies, bees and birds visit the honey scented flowers, so even a single pot brings life to a balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall enough for anywhere.\u003c\/strong\u003e At knee to thigh height it fits a balcony pot, a front border or a tiny urban garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatio pots and balconies.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single plant in a large pot makes a lasting display. Use quality potting mix, and water as soon as the top of the mix dries out, because pots dry faster than garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and cottage plantings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Set it near the front of a mixed border, where the cranberry colour echoes silver foliage, white flowers and soft greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 50cm apart for a dense drift of magenta. At that spacing the bushes meet quickly and give a block of colour from summer to autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Chrysalis Cranberry Buddleia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. It is frost and drought tolerant once established, so it suits subtropical, warm temperate, cool temperate and Mediterranean gardens. More sun means more flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free draining soil suits it. Avoid sites that stay wet in winter, and on heavy clay plant on a low mound with coarse compost worked in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for around 12 weeks until the plant is established. Garden grown plants then cope with dry weather, though pots need more frequent watering. Feed with a slow release fertiliser after pruning, and give an extra boost during summer heat with a seaweed tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard prune once a year in late winter or early spring, as the first growth resumes. Removing the old shoots keeps the plant compact and encourages heavier flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Chrysalis Cranberry Buddleia as tube stock only: a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. It arrives small and leafy and puts on growth fast in warm weather. Plant it out or pot it up soon after it arrives, and expect flowers as it fills out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tube comes direct from our grower, who does not always have it. A sold out tube simply means none is ready today, and the notify button on this page emails you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/buddleja\"\u003eMore buddleja varieties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bee-and-butterfly-plants\"\u003ePlants for bees and butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-small-gardens\"\u003ePlants for small gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/waterwise-garden-guide-sustainable-tips-and-plant-selections\"\u003eA guide to creating a waterwise garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does Chrysalis Cranberry get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 50cm to 70cm tall and 45cm to 60cm wide, so it stays well below most buddleias. That makes it a good fit for pots and small beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to worry about mildew?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch less than with older buddleias, because this variety is downy mildew resistant. Good airflow and watering at the base rather than over the leaves still help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it flower in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is bred for patio pots and flowers just as freely as in the ground. Choose a large pot, use quality potting mix and prune hard each late winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790188446015,"sku":"BUD-DAV-CHRYSA-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/chrysalis-cranberry-buddleia-buddleja-davidii-chrysalis-cranberry.jpg?v=1792195737","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/chrysalis-cranberry-buddleia-buddleja-davidii-chrysalis-cranberry","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}