Orange-Ball-Tree (Buddleja globosa)

Buddleja globosa, the Orange-Ball-Tree, is a large, evergreen shrub native to South America, celebrated for its distinctive spherical clusters of fragrant, orange flowers

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained soil

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperate climates; can tolerate light frost once established.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light

Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release formula.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

2-5 meters

Spread

2-4 meters

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm diameter

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JulPeak fruit · Aug

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · Jul

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Buddleja capitata Jacq.

Buddleja connata Ruiz & Pav.

Buddleja globifera Mirb.

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderLamiales
familyScrophulariaceae
genusBuddleja
speciesBuddleja globosa

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Rating: 0/5

Additional Care Tips

Water regularly during the growing season, especially when young, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in autumn and winter, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

Prune lightly after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged wood. For larger specimens, a harder prune in late winter or early spring can be undertaken to manage size and encourage vigorous new growth and flowering.

Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist in a warm, humid environment. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks. Seeds can also be sown in autumn.

Repot young plants annually or bi-annually in spring, moving them into a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining potting soil. Mature plants generally benefit from repotting every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound.

FAQs

What are the soil requirements for Buddleja globosa?

Buddleja globosa prefers well-drained soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types but performs best in moderately fertile conditions.

How much sun does the Orange-Ball-Tree need?

This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade. More sun generally leads to better flowering.

Is Buddleja globosa a large plant?

Yes, Buddleja globosa is a large, vigorous evergreen shrub that can grow to considerable size, often reaching 3-5 meters in height and spread.

When does Buddleja globosa bloom?

The Orange-Ball-Tree typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing its distinctive orange, spherical flower heads.

Does Buddleja globosa require heavy pruning?

Pruning is generally done after flowering to maintain shape and size. Dead or damaged wood should be removed at any time.

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers temperate climates; can tolerate light frost once established.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light

Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release formula.

Additional Care Tips

FAQs

What are the soil requirements for Buddleja globosa?

Buddleja globosa prefers well-drained soil. It can tolerate a range of soil types but performs best in moderately fertile conditions.

How much sun does the Orange-Ball-Tree need?

This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade. More sun generally leads to better flowering.

Is Buddleja globosa a large plant?

Yes, Buddleja globosa is a large, vigorous evergreen shrub that can grow to considerable size, often reaching 3-5 meters in height and spread.

When does Buddleja globosa bloom?

The Orange-Ball-Tree typically blooms in late spring to early summer, producing its distinctive orange, spherical flower heads.

Does Buddleja globosa require heavy pruning?

Pruning is generally done after flowering to maintain shape and size. Dead or damaged wood should be removed at any time.

Orange-Ball-Tree (Buddleja globosa)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

What are the soil requirements for Buddleja globosa?

How much sun does the Orange-Ball-Tree need?

Is Buddleja globosa a large plant?

When does Buddleja globosa bloom?

Does Buddleja globosa require heavy pruning?

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Orange-Ball-Tree (Buddleja globosa)

Care Requirements

Plant Overview

Image Gallery

Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Additional Care Tips

Water

Pruning

Propagation

Repotting

FAQs

What are the soil requirements for Buddleja globosa?

How much sun does the Orange-Ball-Tree need?

Is Buddleja globosa a large plant?

When does Buddleja globosa bloom?

Does Buddleja globosa require heavy pruning?