Arnold's Red Honeysuckle Shrub

Arnold’s Red is an upright, multi-stemmed deciduous Tatarian honeysuckle with dark red to magenta flowers and larger red berries. It forms an approximately 8-foot shrub and can make a substantial screen, but local ecological guidance should determine whether it belongs in a planting. ## Flowers and Form The red-magenta flowers appear in spring and summer against green foliage. The shrub’s upright branching gives it a fuller, more rounded outline than a climbing honeysuckle. Allow about 8 feet for mature height and spread, and leave room to inspect and prune the framework. ## Growing Conditions Full sun or partial shade is suitable. Water during establishment and through prolonged dry weather; then adjust irrigation to local soil and climate. The berries are ornamental, so do not assume they are edible. ## Maintenance Before planting, check current invasive-plant guidance and restrictions in your area. Indiana agency recommendations advise against planting Tatarian honeysuckle and specifically mention Arnold’s Red; choose a locally appropriate alternative where authorities recommend avoiding it. See the [Weber Basin plant listing](https://www.weberbasin.gov/Conservation/PlantInfo) and [Indiana agency recommendations for Asian bush honeysuckles](https://www.in.gov/dA/2efa03666a/asianbushrecommendations.pdf?language_id=1).