Trees and shrubs

Dierville ‘Firefly’

Bush Honeysuckle

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Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zone 3–7

Discover the plant

Common nameDierville
FamilyCaprifoliaceae
GenusBush Honeysuckle
CultivarFirefly
TypeNative ornamental shrub
Botanical nameBush Honeysuckle

Diervilla 'Firefly' is a remarkable native ornamental shrub known for its dark foliage and high tolerance to difficult conditions. It forms a compact, dense, and slightly spreading habit, perfectly suited for beds, borders, slopes, and low-maintenance naturalistic landscapes. Its deciduous foliage, a very dark, almost black brownish-purple, creates a striking contrast with its small, bright yellow flowers that appear in early summer and attract pollinators. In autumn, the foliage blazes with scarlet red and orange hues, extending its decorative appeal. Extremely hardy and very drought-resistant once established, Diervilla 'Firefly' is perfectly suited to Quebec conditions and is an excellent choice for adding color, robustness, and ecological value to the garden.

Diervilla 'Firefly'

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Watering

Low to moderate

Soil type

Very tolerant, poor to ordinary, well-drained

Fertilization

None necessary

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

0.6–0.9 m (2–3 ft)

Width / spread

3–4 ft (0.9–1.2 m)

Flower color

Bright yellow

Foliage color

Dark purple → scarlet red in autumn

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

Moderate

Growth habit

Compact and spreading shrub

Bloom period

Summer

Fruiting

Small, dry, unattractive capsules

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes