Cool Splash Southern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla sessilifolia 'LPDC Podaras' COOL SPLASH)
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Deciduous Perennial in the Caprifoliaceae Family
 
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Cool Splash Southern Bush Honeysuckle, also known as Diervilla sessilifolia 'Cool Splash', is a captivating cultivar prized for its vibrant, variegated foliage and compact, mounded habit.

This deciduous shrub typically reaches 3-4 feet in height and width, forming a dense, rounded silhouette. The standout feature of Cool Splash is its eye-catching leaves, which emerge in spring with a stunning combination of dark green centers and creamy white margins. As the season progresses, the variegation intensifies, creating a striking contrast that persists throughout the growing season. In autumn, the foliage takes on warm hues of orange and red, adding seasonal interest to the landscape.

Complementing the vibrant foliage are clusters of tubular, golden-yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. These nectar-rich blooms attract a variety of pollinators, including hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. As the flowers fade, they give way to small, brown seed capsules that open to reveal brown seeds, providing food for birds and other wildlife.

Adaptable to a range of well-drained soil types and growing conditions, Cool Splash Southern Bush Honeysuckle thrives in full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it a resilient choice for foundation plantings, mixed borders, mass plantings, and pollinator gardens. Regular, light pruning in late winter helps maintain the shrub's compact, rounded form.

With its striking, multi-season foliage, pollinator-attracting flowers, and wildlife-supporting attributes, Cool Splash Southern Bush Honeysuckle is a standout addition to eco-friendly, sustainable landscapes. Its adaptable nature and compact habit also make it a versatile option for both large and small garden spaces.
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 24 - 36 inches tall. 3 - 4 feet wide.
Sun Exposure Partial Shade - Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance Medium
Zones 3a - 8b (Usually hardy to -40° F)
Tags Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deciduous, Fall Color, Full Sun, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Hedges, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Medium, Medium, Nativar, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Showy Flowers, Shrub, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Woodland Garden
Bloom Period July - August
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color
 

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