Description
Diervilla – Bush Honeysuckle –
There are 3 species of suckering, deciduous shrubs, in this genus. They occur in North America, found in open woodland. They are grown for their attractive habit and honeysuckle-like tubular, 2 lipped, yellow flowers, which are carried in axillary or terminal clusters on new growth. Leaves are simple, oblong-lance shaped to ovate, toothed, and opposite. Plants rarely exceed 3′ feet tall. Grow in a shrub border or woodland garden.
Grow in fertile, well drained soil in sun or partial shade. Cut back in late winter or early spring.
Prone to powdery mildew, and fungal spot.
D. lonicera – Bush Honeysuckle – This small, suckering shrub grows to 3′ feet tall. It bears pale yellow honeysuckle like flowers that open in mid summer. The leaves take on more attractive tones in autumn if the plant is grown in an exposed situation.
Zones 4-9
