Nightglow Diervilla
Best low-maintenance shrub for busy gardeners with challenging soil conditions.
Elevate your landscape with the Nightglow™ Diervilla, a shrub that combines striking aesthetics with effortless care. Its deep burgundy foliage provides a dramatic backdrop, intensifying beautifully as autumn arrives. From spring through summer, vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers emerge, drawing in pollinators like bees and butterflies. This deciduous shrub maintains a compact, mounding form, reaching 2-3 feet in height and width, making it a versatile choice for various garden designs. It thrives in partial to full sun and is remarkably tolerant of dry conditions and clay soil, requiring minimal pruning.
$55.49
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Price vs Category Average
+41%
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USDA Hardiness Zones
48
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-contrast, year-round foliage interest
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance, cold-hardy landscape plants
- Eco-conscious gardeners wanting to attract local pollinators
Who should skip it
- Shady garden owners wanting consistent deep-colored leaves
- Minimalists preferring plants that stay within defined boundaries
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for inexpensive, generic nursery stock
Performance breakdown
Maintenance Ease
Minimal pruning requirements make this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in challenging clay soils and withstands periods of dry weather.
Pollinator Impact
Bright yellow blooms serve as a reliable magnet for local pollinators.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mounding habit fits perfectly into small beds or container arrangements.
Deer Resistance
Natural deterrent properties keep browsing wildlife from damaging your landscape investment.
Seasonal Visual Interest
Deep burgundy foliage provides a dramatic, long-lasting contrast throughout the seasons.
Key Specs
USDA Hardiness Zones
4 - 8
Mature Height
2 - 3 feet
Mature Spread
2 - 3 feet
Light Exposure
Partial Sun to Full Sun
Flower Color(s)
Yellow
Foliage Color(s)
Burgundy, Purple
Habit
Mounded
Scientific Name
DIERVILLA `NIGHTGLOW`
Features
- Striking dark burgundy foliage deepens in fall.
- Bright yellow flowers attract pollinators.
- Compact mounding size fits any garden.
- Tolerant of dry and clay soils.
- Deer and drought resistant.
- Blooms reliably spring to summer.
- Low maintenance, minimal pruning needed.
- Hardy in USDA Zones 4-8.
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Nightglow Diervilla for its exceptional aesthetic appeal, centered on its deep burgundy to black foliage that offers dramatic seasonal contrast. This reliable dark coloration truly lives up to the plant's name. Beyond its visual impact, gardeners value its robust nature and ease of care, confirming the Bloomin Easy promise. The shrub is noted for its hardiness and resilience across various conditions, making it a durable, low maintenance choice. While a few noted slower initial growth or smaller delivery size, these minor points are overshadowed by the plant's long term success, reliable color retention, and overall durability. It is highly recommended for adding a lasting, dark accent to any garden.
Know before you buy
This shrub reaches a mature height and width of 2 to 3 feet. Because of its compact, mounded habit, it works well in small garden beds, foundation plantings, or as a low-maintenance border.
Yes, Nightglow Diervilla is specifically noted for its tolerance of clay soil. It is a resilient plant that adapts well to various soil conditions, provided the area is not prone to standing water.
No, this shrub is very low-maintenance and generally does not require regular pruning. Its natural mounded habit stays neat on its own, though you can lightly trim it in late winter if you want to encourage a specific size or shape.
Yes, this variety is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, it is generally not a preferred snack for deer.
Absolutely. Its compact size and drought tolerance make it an excellent candidate for large containers. Just ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes to keep the roots healthy.
For the best foliage color, plant it in a spot that receives partial to full sun. While it can handle some shade, the burgundy tones are most vibrant when the plant gets plenty of sunlight.
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