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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 3–10Climate Temperate
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — The Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla lonicera) is a resilient

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

Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Temperate

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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 notably hardy in USDA zones 3 through 7; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it thrives in, image 52
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — is an indispensable addition to any naturalistic landscape; it thrives in well-drained soils and, image 50
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — native to the cooler regions of North America; it's an ideal selection both for its aesthetic, image 51
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — It thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, tolerating both partial shade and full sun, image 53
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) — perfect for mass plantings or use as a groundcover; ideal for erosion control on slopes, it, image 55
Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla Lonicera) — the plant boasts tubular yellow flowers; it thrives in well-drained soils and is quite adaptable, image 56

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