.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Kodiak Black' Bush-honeysuckle Diervilla rivularis 'Kodiak Black' Description A compact deciduous shrub known for its vibrant, dark purple foliage and cheerful yellow flowers. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant once established. Suggested Uses Ideal for borders, mass plantings, native gardens, and erosion control areas. Perfect for adding color and texture to garden landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Kodiak Black' Bush-honeysuckle Diervilla rivularis 'Kodiak Black' Common Name: Kodiak Black' Bush-honeysuckle Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 ft in height and width, with a dense, bushy form Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade Attracts Pollinators: Bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Native grasses and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil with full sun to part shade. Soil Moisture: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during first growing season Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth Winter Care: Mulch around the base in cold climates to protect roots Planting Depth: Set root ball at soil level Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Avoid excessive fertilization to maintain foliage color