Diervilla lonicera Bush honeysuckle (Caprifoliaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Diervilla lonicera
Bush honeysuckle
Deciduous shrub
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The Diervilla lonicera plant species is found in Eastern N. America - Newfoundland to Florida. It is a member of the Caprifoliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bush honeysuckle. Some home gardeners know the variety as D. canadensis. Willd. D. humilis. Pers.

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Latin Name:  Diervilla lonicera
Common Name:  Bush honeysuckle
Family:  Caprifoliaceae
Author:  Mill.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Dry gravelly soils[200] in woodlands[235].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in a moist fertile well-drained soil and is not fussy as to soil type[200]. Succeeds in full sun or partial shade[188]. Plants are hardy to about -30°c[200]. This species is a spreading suckering plant[11], it makes a useful understorey planting in woodlands[200]. Any pruning can be carried out in the winter or after flowering[188]. 2 or 3 year old stems can be removed in order to promote a more shapely bush[188]. Flowers are produced on the current seasons growth[11]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200].

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