DIERVILLA RIVULARIS - 8L054-

Plant type: Deciduous shrub – ornamental – honey-producing

Diervilla rivularis is a hardy deciduous shrub, prized for its bright yellow summer flowers, its drought tolerance, and its ecological role as a honey-producing plant.

It grows up to 1.5 meters tall, with a spreading habit and rapid growth. The leaves are oval, pointed, and bright green with bronze or reddish hues, especially in ornamental varieties. The yellow tubular flowers bloom abundantly during the summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and pollinators.

Cultivation Requirements

• Location: Full sun or partial shade
• Soil: Adaptable; prefers well-drained, fertile, or slightly acidic soils, but also grows in poor soils
• Irrigation: It tolerates drought well, but appreciates regular watering in summer
• Pruning: In late winter to maintain its shape and stimulate new growth
• Hardy: Very hardy; Resistant to temperatures up to -30/-35°C
• Maintenance: Minimal – ideal plant for low-maintenance gardens

Ornamental and landscaping uses

• Natural gardens and flower meadows
• Mixed borders, low hedges, and shrubby patches
• Slopes and sloping areas (excellent for soil consolidation)
• Gardens for pollinators and beneficial insects
• Can also be grown in large pots for terraces and balconies

Distinguishing characteristics

- Honey-producing plant, very attractive to pollinating insects

- Yellow summer flowers prolonged

- Decorative foliage with bronze tones

- High resistance to cold and drought