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Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391

Scientific Name: Diervilla sessilifolia 'LPDC Podaras'

Also Known As

  • Diervilla sessilifolia 'Cool Splash'
  • BUSH HONEYSUCKLE
  • Cool Splash Variegated Bush Honeysuckle

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391 plant details

Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This unsung native erosion/reclamation workhorse has a bright new coat: 3-4't x 4-6'w with showy foliage ultra-variegated in white and clusters of small yellow trumpets, this is easy and delightful in a shady spot. PSh/M
Yellow trumpet shaped flowers spring, variegated foliage, deciduous, Zones 4-7

Gardening facts about Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391 plant

How to Grow Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - low
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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