Kodiak Red Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla sp. 'G2X885411' KODIAK RED)
dy-er-VIL-ah sp. 'G2X885411' KODIAK RED

Deciduous Perennial
Attractive red spring and autumn foliage; red-tipped foliage during the summer months.

Kodiak Red Bush Honeysuckle, botanically known as Diervilla rivularis 'Kodiak Red', is a compact, deciduous shrub native to the eastern and central regions of North America. This versatile cultivar forms a dense, rounded mound typically reaching 2-3 feet in height and width. Throughout the growing season, Kodiak Red's glossy, green leaves emerge with a reddish-purple hue, eventually maturing to a deep green. In late spring to early summer, the plant becomes adorned with clusters of tubular, yellow flowers that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

As summer transitions to fall, the foliage of Kodiak Red Bush Honeysuckle undergoes a stunning transformation, shifting to brilliant shades of red, orange, and burgundy. This fiery autumn display extends the plant's visual interest well into the cooler months. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and a wide range of well-drained soil types, this resilient shrub has many uses in the landscape.  With its multi-season appeal, adaptable nature, and wildlife-attracting qualities, this bush honeysuckle cultivar is a versatile addition to sustainable, eco-friendly landscapes.
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 3 - 4 feet tall. 3 - 4 feet wide.
Sun Exposure Full Shade - Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance Medium -
Zones 4a - 8b (Usually hardy to -30° F)
Tags Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Extended Bloom Time, Fall Color, Full Shade, Full Sun, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Hedges, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Medium, Nativar, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Reblooms, Showy Flowers, Shrub, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Woodland Garden
Bloom Period April - June
Flower Color Yellow
Kodiak Red Bush Honeysuckle
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