Utah Honeysuckle (Lonicera Utahensis) is a perennial shrub in the Caprifoliaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lonicera utahensis is a deciduous shrub native to high-elevation shrub communities and wooded slopes in the western United States.

Utah Honeysuckle

Utah Honeysuckle

Lonicera Utahensis

Lonicera utahensis is a deciduous shrub native to high-elevation shrub communities and wooded slopes in the western United States.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

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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, wildlife habitat, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Utah Honeysuckle

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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