Diervilla sessilifolia - P9

Description
The Bush honeysuckle (Diervilla sessilifolia) is a flat small shrub that produces yellow-green flowers. They appear from June to July. The Bush honeysuckle also has lanceolate, dark green leaves. In a semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 1.5 metres and grows to around 2 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Diervilla sessiliflora.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive red autumn colouring * tolerates pruning

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Bush honeysuckle are dark green, lanceolate. Bush honeysuckle turns bright red in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Bush honeysuckle has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bush honeysuckle is a flat-growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.5 - 1.5 m and is approx. 1 - 2 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 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 yellow-green flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture