Diervilla sessilifolia 'Butterfly' - 60-80 CM C7.5

Description
The Bush honeysuckle 'Butterfly' (Diervilla sessilifolia) is a runner-forming, broad small shrub that produces light yellow, funnel-shaped flowers. They appear from June to July. The Bush honeysuckle 'Butterfly' also has egg-shaped, medium-green leaves. The red shoots are also an interesting sight. In a semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 80 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Diervilla sessiliflora.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are very popular with bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * tolerates pruning * red shoots

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Bush honeysuckle 'Butterfly' are medium green, ovoid. Red shoots.

Frost hardiness
The Bush honeysuckle 'Butterfly' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bush honeysuckle 'Butterfly' is a runner-forming and broadly growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8 - 1 m and is approx. 60 - 80 cm wide. It usually grows 5 - 10 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

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 light yellow, funnel-shaped flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture, roof garden, ground cover