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Diervilla lonicera

bush honeysuckle

Dwarf bush-honeysuckle is rugged and disease-free, with a long bloom season, making it a great choice for a butterfly garden. Its dense root system recommends it for bank stabilization as well.

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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
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Host Plant
Attracts Hummingbirds
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Urban Environment
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
Rain Garden
Massing
Hedge/screening
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental 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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