Diervilla 'Kodiak ? Orange' - 40-50 CM C3

Description
The Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' (Diervilla splendens) is a bushy, broad-spreading small shrub that produces pale yellow, tubular flowers. These appear from July to August. The Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' also has lanceolate, medium-green leaves. The salmon-orange new growth is also an interesting sight. In a sunny to semi-shaded position with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1.2 m and spreads to approx. 1.2 m.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Diervilla sessilifolia splendens.

Bulletpoints
* attractive orange autumn colour * salmon-orange new growth * heat-tolerant, suitable for urban environments

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' are medium green, lanceolate and opposite. They are approximately 7–14 cm in length. Salmon-orange new growth. Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' turns a bright orange in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bush honeysuckle 'Kodiak® Orange' is a bushy, spreading small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.9–1.2 m and spreads to a width of approx. 0.9–1.2 m. It generally grows 5–10 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The light yellow, tubular flowers appear from July to August.

Use
Group planting, ornamental shrub