Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138

Scientific Name: Diervilla x splendens 'SMNDSS'

Also Known As

Diervilla x splendens 'Kodiak Fresh'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138 plant details

Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138 is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with chartreuse and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, 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 x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is ‘bees knees’ shrub introduction shows off with orange and red new foliage maturing to lime green…summer golden yellow, honeysuckle-like, super nectar flowers make the bees, butterflies and other pollinators CRAZY. Wonderful multi-use plant for the sunny garden forms a neat, deciduous mound 3’ tall and 4’ wide. Sun is best, decent draining garden soil, water when dry… also happy in a pot on a deck or balcony. This is what the BUZZ is all about. Deer resistant, drought tolerant.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gardening facts about Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138 plant

How to Grow Diervilla x splendens Kodiak® Fresh PP34138

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
- chartreuse
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous