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Diervilla lonicera

bush honeysuckle

Bush-honeysuckle is rugged and has a long bloom season, making it a great choice for a butterfly garden. Its delightfully odd fruits provide mid-summer interest and attract birds. Also, its dense root system is great for bank stabilization. 


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Height: 2-4 ft
Spread: 2-5 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-7


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
Summer Fruit
Fall Foliage
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Host Plant
Attracts Hummingbirds
Tolerance
Urban Environment
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
Massing
Hedge/screening
Rain Garden
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Red Fruit
Red to Purple Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


bush honeysuckle - Diervilla lonicera from Native Plant Trust
 Albert Bussewitz (c) Native Plant Trust
Albert Bussewitz (c) Native Plant Trust
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