Also known as Bush-Honeysuckle
Diervilla lonicera is a hardy, adaptable shrub native to North America, valued for its yellow flowers, attractive foliage, and tolerance of difficult sites.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering but tolerates partial shade. In hotter climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, especially when young and during dry periods. Drought tolerant once established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, with excellent winter hardiness. Protect from extreme heat in the warmest parts of its range.
Low
25% intensity
Not a heavy feeder. Light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting and during dry spells. Aim to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Once established, it exhibits good drought tolerance, but supplemental watering will promote healthier growth and more abundant blooms.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Avoid heavy pruning, as it flowers on old wood.
Easily propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seed propagation is also possible, but germination may be slow and requires stratification.
Division of established clumps in early spring or fall is another effective method.
Repotting is typically only necessary for container-grown plants. If the plant becomes root-bound, repot into a slightly larger container in early spring before new growth emerges.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure adequate drainage holes.
Identify plants like this with ePlant AI
Snap a photo to get care tips and match similar species on the go.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Northern Bush Honeysuckle (Diervilla lonicera)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Diervilla |
| Species | Diervilla lonicera |
Similar in genus Diervilla
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
