David Kim

Bush Honeysuckle

David Kim
Bush Honeysuckle

Bush honeysuckle is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub known for its fragrant flowers and aggressive spread, often invading forests and crowding out native plants.

Lonicera Maackii (Amur Honeysuckle)

Origin: Asia/ parts of Europe

USDA Hardiness Zones: Zones 4-8

Pros:

  • Attractive, fragrant flowers – white to yellow blooms in spring/summer that can attract pollinators

  • Erosion control – dense roots and quick growth can stabilize soil (though at ecological cost)

Cons:

  • Highly invasive – aggressively displaces native vegetation, especially in woodlands

  • Low ecological value – offers poor habitat and nutrition for wildlife compared to native shrubs