Chaparral Honeysuckle (Lonicera Interrupta) is a perennial shrub, vine in the Caprifoliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lonicera interrupta is a woody, twining or sprawling shrub native and endemic to California, known for its rambling habit, gray-green leaves, and bright red berries.

Chaparral Honeysuckle

Chaparral Honeysuckle

Lonicera Interrupta

Lonicera interrupta is a woody, twining or sprawling shrub native and endemic to California, known for its rambling habit, gray-green leaves, and bright red berries.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, attract pollinators, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chaparral Honeysuckle

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Caprifoliaceae
Genus:Lonicera