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Bush Honeysuckle
Lonicera maackii
In the United States:
Invasive
· also called amur honeysuckle, bush honeysuckle
Listed as invasive. Check local regulations — several jurisdictions restrict planting.
Honeybees occasionally visit Amur honeysuckle for pollen but struggle to access the deep tubular nectar due to short tongue length, making it a minor forage source. Peak bloom occurs in May to June, providing early-season flowers. This highly invasive shrub outcompetes natives and should be removed rather than planted in beekeeping landscapes.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | May–June |
| Hardiness zones | 3-8 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | partial |
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