Black Diervilla
Diervilla rivularis
Overview
The Diervilla rivularis is a deciduous shrub with burgundy-black foliage, vivid red autumn tones, and small yellow summer flowers that draw pollinators. Its spreading habit matures at 36-48 inches tall and wide. Easy and adaptable, it grows in sun or shade, with deepest color in sun to part shade, average water, and most well-drained soils, including dry sites. Hardy in USDA Zones 4-7.
Sun Deep Shade, FullWater Medium
Culture
- Sun
- Deep Shade, Full
- Water
- Medium
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 3–4 Ft.
- Mature width
- 3–4 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
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