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Orange Ball Tree

Scientific name: Buddleia globosa
Taxonomy
Family:Scrophulariaceae
Type:Deciduous shrubs
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:7 to 10
Sun:Full sun
Moisture:Medium
Plant Characteristics
Height:15 ft
Width:12 ft
Bloom:Fragrant flowers
Bloom Time:June
Bloom Color:Orange
Additional Characteristics
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Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description Known for it’s striking orange, ball-like flower clusters this deciduous shrub makes a striking accent in the Northwest garden. This species is often referred to as Orange Butterfly Bush.

  Morphology:
This is a deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub which can grow quickly to a mutre height of 10’-15’ and a width of 8’-12’. It bears alternate, simple leaves, which are lanceolate in shape and up to 7” long. The leaves display a rugose texture on their upper sides, and are fuzzy on their lower surfaces.

Bright yellow, orange flowers first appear June on 6”-8" panicles in opposite pairs. These flowers are fragrant (honey scented) and attract birds, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

  Morphology:
Orange Ball Tree grows best in full sun, on well-drained, moist soil.

  Pests:
None reported.
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