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Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle
Diervilla sessilifolia 'Bocofire' PP33978 Firefly®
Bush Honeysuckle
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Vibrant amber and honey-colored foliage contrasted with burgundy new growth in cooler seasons will brighten up your landscape. Golden yellow flowers appear in late spring, attracting multiple pollinators. Compact, mounded form that does not sucker makes this a vast improvement on old diervilla varieties.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Fits small spaces.
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle get?
About 24-30" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle need?
Moderate water use.
Will Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Bocofire Bush Honeysuckle wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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