Kodiak® Orange Diervilla Plant

Planting Instructions:

• - Can be planted anytime the soil temps are 60F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 5.5-7.5, tolerating a range of soil conditions
• - Thrives in well-drained soil but adapts to sandy, clay, or rocky soils

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply and consistently during the first growing season to establish roots
• - Once established, highly drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods

Fertilizer Type:

• - Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed
• - Avoid over-fertilizing, as it thrives in average to poor soils

Pruning and Training:

• - Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches
• - Minimal pruning is needed, but shaping can be done after flowering

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-resistant but monitor for aphids or spider mites
• - Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases in dense growth

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots in extreme conditions

Proven Winners Kodiak® Orange Diervilla x 'G2X88544' USPP 27,548, Can 5,596