Firefly® Bush Honeysuckle: Golden Color for Sunny Garden Beds

Brighten a sunny planting with Firefly® Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla sessilifolia 'Bocofire'). This compact, mounded shrub brings warm amber and honey-gold foliage to borders and mixed beds, with a burst of yellow flowers in late spring. Its appeal comes from the combination of colorful leaves, seasonal blooms, and a manageable footprint.

Picture a small group beside a garden path, where the golden foliage contrasts with darker green neighbors. At approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide, Firefly adds a bright accent without overwhelming a smaller planting area.

Why Choose Firefly?

• Golden foliage: Warm leaf colors provide contrast beyond the main flowering period.
• Late-spring flowers: Yellow blooms add another layer of seasonal interest.
• Compact, mounded habit: A useful size for sunny borders, grouped plantings, and garden accents.
• Cold-hardy selection: Rated for USDA zones 3–8 by Bloomin' Easy.
• Shrub rather than vine: This Diervilla does not need climbing support.

Growing Zones & Space Requirements

• USDA hardiness zones: 3–8.
• Mature size: Approximately 2–3 feet tall and wide, depending on growing conditions.
• Spacing: Approximately 3 feet between plant centers.
• Sunlight: Full sun, at least 6 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil. Avoid persistently waterlogged planting areas.
• Flowering season: Late spring. Timing and abundance vary with climate, weather, and establishment.

Choose Your Plant Size

Available in 2 Gallon and 3 Gallon nursery containers. Gallon measurements describe container size, not guaranteed plant height or mature dimensions. Select the size that suits your garden project.

Planting & Care

Choose a sunny site with room for its mature spread. Water regularly while the shrub establishes, then monitor soil moisture during dry weather. Apply mulch to help retain moisture, keeping it away from the base of the stems. Preserve its naturally rounded form or trim lightly as needed to keep it tidy.

For patio growing, use a roomy container with drainage holes and check moisture more frequently than for an in-ground plant. Container roots may need additional winter protection in cold climates.

Leaf color changes with the season and growing conditions. Flowers at delivery and uninterrupted bloom throughout summer are not guaranteed.

Choose your preferred available size and add Firefly's warm golden foliage to a sunny garden.