Buddleja Saligna (False Olive Tree)

Buddleja Saligna
Common Name: False Olive

Full Sun
Indigenous
Wind Tolerant
Drought Tolerant when established
Everygreen

Buddleja saligna (False Olive) is a large, evergreen shrub or small tree native to South Africa.

Growth Habit: Upright shrub or small tree with dense, glossy dark green leaves and a rounded canopy.
Height: 3–8 meters tall.
Flowers: Fragrant, small white to cream flowers clustered in dense spikes bloom mainly in summer.
Position: Prefers full sun to light shade.
Watering: Moderate water needs; drought-tolerant once established.
Soil: Adaptable to a variety of well-drained soils, including sandy and loamy types.
Uses: Excellent for screening, hedging, wildlife gardens, and attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its dense foliage provides shelter for birds.