Buddleja davidii BUTTERFLY CANDY® LITTLE BLACKBERRY

A low shrub characterized by a compact, rounded habit and dark purple flowers. The plant is well-branched and dense, reaching up to 0.8 m in height and a similar width. The leaves are lanceolate and grey-green. It blooms profusely from June to September, producing flowers in the darkest shade of purple, arranged in large, showy panicles. The flowers emit a light, sweet fragrance and are attractive to butterflies and bees. Thanks to its small size, it is suitable for small home gardens as well as for container planting on balconies, terraces, and patios. It flowers on current-year shoots and requires pruning in spring. It grows best in sunny locations. It prefers well-drained, fertile, and moderately moist soils. Hardiness zone: 7a (−17 to −15°C).

Cultivar denomination: ‘BotEx 016’ ^PBR

Breeder: Botanic Experience BV, The Netherlands

Year of market introduction: 2026

Applicant: Van SON & KOOT BV, Dongenseweg 3a, 5171 NA, Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands