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Diervilla

Diervilla X Splendens

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Overview

Diervilla x splendens, commonly known as Bush Honeysuckle, is a hardy deciduous shrub that thrives in USDA zones 4-8. It boasts pointed, ovate leaves and clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow flowers blooming in summer. This adaptable plant prefers full sun to partial shade and reaches 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread. Drought-tolerant once established, it makes an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes and native plant gardens.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — commonly known as Bush Honeysuckle
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — It boasts pointed, ovate leaves and clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow flowers blooming in summerDiervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — is a hardy deciduous shrub that thrives in USDA zones 4-8Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — it makes an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes and native plant gardensDiervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — Drought-tolerant once establishedDiervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — commonly referred to as DiervillaDiervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — This adaptable plant prefers full sun to partial shade and reaches 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread+57

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
3–5 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — commonly known as Bush Honeysuckle
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — It boasts pointed, ovate leaves and clusters of trumpet-shaped yellow flowers blooming in summer
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — is a hardy deciduous shrub that thrives in USDA zones 4-8
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — it makes an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes and native plant gardens
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — Drought-tolerant once established
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — commonly referred to as Diervilla
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — This adaptable plant prefers full sun to partial shade and reaches 2-4 feet in height with a similar spread
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — is a versatile and hardy deciduous shrub prized for its adaptability and vibrant display
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — typically matures to a height of 2 to 5 feet with a similar spread
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — a member of the honeysuckle family
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — making it a suitable choice for foundation plantings
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — and naturalized areas.<br><br>One of the most striking features of Diervilla is its abundant
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — trumpet-shaped yellow flowers that bloom profusely in the summer
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — offering a nectar source for pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — The flowers are set against pointed
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — ovate leaves that are 1 to 4 inches long
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — which emerge a soft green and shift to attractive shades of coppery-red to burgundy in the fall
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — providing extended seasonal interest.<br><br>Drought-tolerant once established
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — Diervilla can thrive in a variety of soil conditions
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — ranging from well-drained to moderately moist
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — It performs best in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a range of pH levels
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — shrub with yellow blooms
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — arching form.<br><br>For a landscape design
Diervilla (Diervilla X Splendens) — yellow flowers in the garden

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