Diervilla sess. 'Cool Splash'? - 30-40 CM C3

Description
The Bush honeysuckle 'Cool Splash' (Diervilla sessilifolia) is a broad, compact small shrub that produces yellow flowers. They appear from June to July. The Bush honeysuckle 'Cool Splash' also has lanceolate, dark green leaves with a white edge. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 1.5 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Diervilla sessiliflora.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Bush honeysuckle 'Cool Splash' are dark green, lanceolate and have a white margin.

Frost hardiness
The Bush honeysuckle 'Cool Splash' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bush honeysuckle 'Cool Splash' is a small shrub that grows broadly and compactly. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2 m and is approx. 1 - 1.5 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 20 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

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

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

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

Care
Cut back boldly in spring so that the plant grows compactly.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Tubs, bee pasture, balcony/patio, small/front garden