Kodiak® Red Diervilla
Diervilla splendens 'G2X885411' PP #28,403; CPBRAF
Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
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| Botanical Pronunciation | dy-er-VIL-uh SPLEN-denz |
|---|---|
| Lore | A native of the southeastern United States, D. rivularis is found along bluffs, cliffs and otherwise rocky terrain of the wooded areas of the southern region of the Appalachians. Diervilla are sometimes referred to as Bush Honeysuckle, because of the similarity of the trumpet-shaped flowers. Much like lonicera, diervilla blooms contain tasty honey-flavored nectar, but diervilla flowers do not have a detectable fragrance. More importantly, diervilla is not invasive like some honeysuckles, and a safe choice for planting anywhere. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 4 to 5 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer through Fall |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Red |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Mounding, Spreading, Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Erosion Control, Hedge, Mass Planting, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden, Hillside, Wildlife Garden, Dry Shade |
| Light Needs | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Cranesbill (Geranium); Potentilla (Potentilla); Spirea (Spiraea); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Aster (Aster) |
Adaptable to most soils, including compact soils. Tolerates dry shade, but color is best with some sun. Water deeply, regularly to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Needs little care once established. Requires no regular pruning, but may be hard pruned in early spring to promote dense, new growth.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-7
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