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Northern Bush Honeysuckle

Diervilla Lonicera

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Overview

The Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla lonicera) is a resilient, deciduous shrub reaching 3-4 ft in height and width. Its ovate leaves and funnel-shaped, yellow flowers offer a natural charm from late spring to early summer. Ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in zones 3-7, preferring sun to partial shade. Adaptable to various soils, it requires minimal care, making it a versatile choice for diverse landscape designs.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — native to the cooler regions of North America; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — shrub for full or half or shade; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefitsNorthern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the Northern Bush Honeysuckle forms a dense; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal andNorthern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — scientifically known as Diervilla lonicera; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in, image 49Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — is an indispensable addition to any naturalistic landscapeNorthern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — Ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in zones 3-7, preferring sun to partial shade, image 46Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the Northern Bush Honeysuckle forms a dense; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal, image 54+69

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — native to the cooler regions of North America; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — shrub for full or half or shade; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the Northern Bush Honeysuckle forms a dense; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — scientifically known as Diervilla lonicera; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in, image 49
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — is an indispensable addition to any naturalistic landscape
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — Ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in zones 3-7, preferring sun to partial shade, image 46
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the Northern Bush Honeysuckle forms a dense; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal, image 54
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — native to the cooler regions of North America
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — It's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits, image 39
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — deciduous shrub reaching 3-4 ft in height and width; it thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — shrub with yellow blooms
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — each reaching approximately 1/2 inch in length; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — It thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, tolerating both partial shade and full sun, image 32
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — Ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in zones 3-7, preferring sun to partial shade, image 25
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — shrub with yellow blooms; it thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, tolerating both partial
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the plant boasts tubular yellow flowers
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — is notably hardy in USDA zones 3 through 7; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in, image 52
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — The flowers give way to slender; it thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, tolerating both
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — making it a versatile choice for diverse landscape designs
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — making it a versatile choice for diverse landscape designs; it's an ideal selection both for its, image 48
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — The Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla lonicera) is a resilient; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — It's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic appeal and ecological benefits
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the plant boasts tubular yellow flowers; it thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, tolerating
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — perfect for mass plantings or use as a groundcover; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in zones
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