Proven Winners Bush Honeysuckle True 'Kodiak Black'
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Proven Winners Bush Honeysuckle True 'Kodiak Black'

Diervilla rivularis Kodiak Black

Diervilla rivularis 'Kodiak Black' offers striking dark foliage and a compact habit, perfect for adding sophisticated color to any landscape.

$129.90

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About this plant

Meet 'Kodiak Black', a true standout among deciduous shrubs. This remarkable cultivar boasts intensely dark, virtually black foliage that holds its dramatic color beautifully from spring through fall, even in full sun. In summer, you'll be delighted by sprays of bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers that provide a vivid contrast against the deep leaves. Beyond its stunning aesthetics, 'Kodiak Black' is an incredibly versatile and tough plant. It's drought-tolerant once established, thrives in a wide range of soil conditions, and requires minimal maintenance to look its best. Its naturally dense, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, mass plantings, or as a sophisticated accent in mixed borders. As a Proven Winners selection, 'Kodiak Black' ensures top-tier performance and reliability in your garden. It offers multi-season interest, from its captivating foliage to its cheerful summer blooms, and will quickly become a cherished favorite in your landscape design.

Care & maintenance

Minimal care required once established. Prune as needed in late winter or early spring to maintain desired shape or remove any dead or crossing branches. Otherwise, allow its natural mounding habit to shine.

Quick facts

Type
shrub
Mature height
3-4 ft
Mature width
3-4 ft
Sun
Full Sun to Part Sun
Water
Average; drought tolerant once established.
Growth rate
Medium