Tatarian Honeysuckle
Lonicera tatarica
Also listed as Caprifolium tataricum, Chamaecerasus tatarica
Also known as Tartarian Honeysuckle, Bush Honeysuckle
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A vigorous deciduous shrub prized for fragrant pink, red, or white tubular flowers in spring followed by small red berries. Hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates poor soils and urban conditions.
Why grow it
Tatarian honeysuckle offers early spring interest through fragrant flowers and subsequent berry production with minimal maintenance demands. It establishes reliably in poor soils and tolerates urban conditions better than many ornamental shrubs, making it useful for difficult sites. However, gardeners seeking similar spring-flowering shrubs should consider native alternatives, as this species has become problematic in several regions and may not be suitable for all landscapes.
Watch out for
This shrub can spread vigorously once established and may self-seed in favorable conditions. Regular monitoring and pruning help manage its spread and maintain shape, particularly in moist soils where growth is most vigorous.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native Range
Tataria (South Russia/Central Asia)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A vigorous deciduous shrub prized for fragrant pink, red, or white tubular flowers in spring followed by small red berries. Hardy and low-maintenance, it tolerates poor soils and urban conditions.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Tatarian Honeysuckle grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Tatarian honeysuckle offers early spring interest through fragrant flowers and subsequent berry production with minimal maintenance demands. It establishes reliably in poor soils and tolerates urban conditions better than many ornamental shrubs, making it useful for difficult sites. However, gardeners seeking similar spring-flowering shrubs should consider native alternatives, as this species has become problematic in several regions and may not be suitable for all landscapes.
Watch out for
This shrub can spread vigorously once established and may self-seed in favorable conditions. Regular monitoring and pruning help manage its spread and maintain shape, particularly in moist soils where growth is most vigorous.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native Range
Tataria (South Russia/Central Asia)
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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