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    Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550

    Scientific Name: Diervilla rivularis 'SMNDRSF'

    Also Known As

    • BUSH HONEYSUCKLE

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

    Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550 plant details

    Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with burgundy, chocolate and green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: caprifoliaceae
    Foliage: deciduous burgundy, chocolate and green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Dark burgundy-black foliage makes this shrub a garden standout from spring to fall, add to that bright-yellow summer flowers and you have a real eye catcher; deer resistant and bees love it! S-Sh/M-D

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550 plant

    How to Grow Diervilla rivularis Kodiak® Black PP27550

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • burgundy
      • chocolate

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Diervilla sessilifolia

    aka Southeastern Bush Honeysuckle, Southern Bush-honeysuckle

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-5a

    Size

    Height: 3'-5'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Diervilla sessilifolia flower, foliage by Forestfarm
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    Diervilla rivularis

    aka Bush Honeysuckle, Georgia Bush Honeysuckle, Hairy Bush Honeysuckle, Mountain Bush Honeysuckle, Riverbank Bush Honeysuckle

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-6'

    Width: 2'-5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Diervilla rivularis flower by Jerzy Opioła
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    Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391

    Scientific Name: Diervilla sessilifolia 'LPDC Podaras'

    aka Diervilla sessilifolia 'Cool Splash', BUSH HONEYSUCKLE, Cool Splash Variegated Bush Honeysuckle

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 3'-4'

    Width: 4'-5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - low
    Photo of Diervilla sessilifolia Cool Splash® PP19391 foliage by Karl Gercens III
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    Diervilla lonicera

    aka Dwarf Honeysuckle, Northern Bush Honeysuckle

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Perennial

    Zones

    3a-8b

    Size

    Height: 2'-4'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • mostly sun - shade
    • low
    Photo of Diervilla lonicera foliage by Plant Image Library
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    Diervilla lonicera 'Copper'

    aka Copper Bush Honeysuckle

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 3'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    Photo of Diervilla lonicera 'Copper' flower, foliage by Forestfarm
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