#honeysuckle — Public Fediverse posts

Japanese #honeysuckle #bloomscrolling

Yea, it's invasive. But oh does it smell like summer!

City people think Honeysuckle makes pretty red berries you see in the margin; Good 'ole Boys know it takes over when you quit mowing; people who know their plants know it is a European invader!

#photo #photography #plants #fruits #bloomscrolling #honeysuckle #weed #weeds #berries

City people think Honeysuckle makes pretty red berries you see in the margin; Good 'ole Boys know it takes over when you quit mowing; people who know their plants know it is a European invader!

#photo #photography #plants #fruits #bloomscrolling #honeysuckle #weed #weeds #berries

3-Jul-2026
How manufacturing changes a #botanicalMedicine: Water preserved a #functionalRNA, alcohol removed it

the plant in question is #honeysuckle

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1134500

#science #medicine #plants #herbalMedicine #pharmaceutical #bioactive

3-Jul-2026
How manufacturing changes a #botanicalMedicine: Water preserved a #functionalRNA, alcohol removed it

the plant in question is #honeysuckle

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1134500

#science #medicine #plants #herbalMedicine #pharmaceutical #bioactive

So, we are battling some of the #InvasivePlants mentioned in this bulletin, and the #BlackCherry is winning out!

#UMaineCooperativeExtension - Bulletin #2575, #NativeTrees and Shrubs for #Maine Landscapes: Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)

"This series of publications is the result of a five-year research project that evaluated the adaptability of a variety of native trees and shrubs to the stresses of urban and residential landscapes in Maine. Non-native invasive plants pose a serious threat to Maine’s #biodiversity. Plants such as #JapaneseBarberry, shrubby #honeysuckle, and #AsiaticBittersweet, originally introduced for their ornamental features, have escaped from our landscapes, colonizing natural areas and displacing native plants and animals. By landscaping with native plants, we can create vegetation corridors that link fragmented wild areas, providing food and shelter for the native wildlife that is an integral part of our ecosystem. Your landscape choices can have an impact on the environment that goes far beyond your property lines.

[...]

"Black cherry deserves a spot in any landscape devoted to wildlife. The cherries are an important food for songbirds and small mammals, and the plant is host to over 200 species of butterflies and moths."

Learn More:
https://extension.umaine.edu/publications/2575e/

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLandscapes #NativePlants #VegetationCorridors #EdibleLandscapes #WildlifeCorridors #GardeningForWildlife

So, we are battling some of the #InvasivePlants mentioned in this bulletin, and the #BlackCherry is winning out!

#UMaineCooperativeExtension - Bulletin #2575, #NativeTrees and Shrubs for #Maine Landscapes: Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)

"This series of publications is the result of a five-year research project that evaluated the adaptability of a variety of native trees and shrubs to the stresses of urban and residential landscapes in Maine. Non-native invasive plants pose a serious threat to Maine’s #biodiversity. Plants such as #JapaneseBarberry, shrubby #honeysuckle, and #AsiaticBittersweet, originally introduced for their ornamental features, have escaped from our landscapes, colonizing natural areas and displacing native plants and animals. By landscaping with native plants, we can create vegetation corridors that link fragmented wild areas, providing food and shelter for the native wildlife that is an integral part of our ecosystem. Your landscape choices can have an impact on the environment that goes far beyond your property lines.

[...]

"Black cherry deserves a spot in any landscape devoted to wildlife. The cherries are an important food for songbirds and small mammals, and the plant is host to over 200 species of butterflies and moths."

Learn More:
https://extension.umaine.edu/publications/2575e/

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineLandscapes #NativePlants #VegetationCorridors #EdibleLandscapes #WildlifeCorridors #GardeningForWildlife

Lonicera japonica

The spell of hot weather seems to have moderated somewhat: the temperature has fallen to a more civilised level in the low twenties and we’ve even had a little rain today. Last night, however, was very sultry. After dinner I stepped outside into the garden to get a bit of fresh air and was bathed in the wonderful scent of honeysuckle carried by a very gentle breeze from the far end of the garden.

The photograph was taken about 10pm, just after sunset. It reminded me of Tennyson’s “..the woodbine spices are wafted abroad”, though woodbine is technically Lonicera periclymenum (usually called European honeysuckle) while the flowers in my garden are of Lonicera japonica (Japanese honeysuckle). Going by previous experience, it will probably carry on flowering until late August.

Get ‘scent of summer’ in your garden with ‘brilliant’ plant https://www.allforgardening.com/1831900/get-scent-of-summer-in-your-garden-with-brilliant-plant/ #garden #gardening #GardeningIreland #honeysuckle #Jasmine #lavender #SweetPeas

Get ‘scent of summer’ in your garden with ‘brilliant’ plant https://www.allforgardening.com/1831900/get-scent-of-summer-in-your-garden-with-brilliant-plant/ #garden #gardening #GardeningIreland #honeysuckle #Jasmine #lavender #SweetPeas

Just saw my first hummingbird of the season at my honey suckle bush. Enjoy little bird! I planted that for you!
#Hummingbird #Birds #Garden #HoneySuckle

Just saw my first hummingbird of the season at my honey suckle bush. Enjoy little bird! I planted that for you!
#Hummingbird #Birds #Garden #HoneySuckle

June Flower of the Month: Rose

Saturday, June 13, 2026

A YouTube short video of pastel orange roses and a black butterfly

Hello, all.  I hope you’re enjoying a relaxing weekend.   Yesterday we had a much needed, lengthy rain.  I don’t see many butterflies here, other than small delicate white ones.  Although, there are a lot of roses.  I’m sure they all enjoyed the rain.  Unfortunately, the temperatures are already flirting with 100 degrees F again, and even higher forecasted for the coming week.  It was a nice reprieve though, if only for a few hours. Now, it’s time for a little floriography trivia.  Let’s head down a rabbit hole for things about the month of June.

Flowers of the Month: Roses & Honeysuckle

For June, the traditional birth-month flower is the rose.  The modern-day alternate is honeysuckle.  Other symbology includes the colors light-orange and white.  The birthstone, in old classic tradition is the pearl.  Modern tradition adds the moonstone, and color-changing Alexandrite to the birthstones for June.

June’s Animals

The butterfly — but there’s a rabbit hole to get to why.  June is associated with transformation and the soul.  That symbolism was derived from the Roman goddess Juno.  Because of her, the month represents a bridge between earthly life and the divine.  Celtic tradition similarly associates the butterfly with the soul, transition, and transformation. So, June’s primary animal is the butterfly.

However, in Native American tradition the woodpecker represents communication and finding your rhythm.  It’s the totem animal for the second half of June.  Additionally, the raccoon is tied to June in certain Native American folklore.

Heart had a brilliant song called “Dog and Butterfly.”  However, it always made me sad. So, I’m using this retro performance of Dolly Parton singing her whimsical “Love is Like a Butterfly.” The lyrics are charming.  The video above was from the 1975 Country Music Awards.

I appreciate you following me down this June-flower trivia rabbit hole.  Thanks to my fabulous animal models that I created with Night Cafe.  Friendly comments are welcome.   Hugs!

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Here’s the obligatory shameless self-promotion.

Speak Flowers and Fans: a Dictionary of Floriography and Fanology

Universal Purchase Links

E-book:  relinks.me/B0FK3ZGNQT

Paperback:  relinks.me/B0FK3RH7LY

♠  ♣  ♠

Copyright © 2026 by Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene

All rights reserved. 

This blog is entirely human-written.  Furthermore, the author expressly prohibits any entity from using this publication for purposes of training AI technologies to generate text.  No part of this work may be reproduced, scanned, or distributed in any printed or electronic form without permission.  Please do not participate in or encourage piracy of copyrighted materials in violation of the author’s rights.

All images are either the property of the author or provided by free sources, unless stated otherwise.

June Flower of the Month: Rose

Saturday, June 13, 2026

A YouTube short video of pastel orange roses and a black butterfly

Hello, all.  I hope you’re enjoying a relaxing weekend.   Yesterday we had a much needed, lengthy rain.  I don’t see many butterflies here, other than small delicate white ones.  Although, there are a lot of roses.  I’m sure they all enjoyed the rain.  Unfortunately, the temperatures are already flirting with 100 degrees F again, and even higher forecasted for the coming week.  It was a nice reprieve though, if only for a few hours. Now, it’s time for a little floriography trivia.  Let’s head down a rabbit hole for things about the month of June.

Flowers of the Month: Roses & Honeysuckle

For June, the traditional birth-month flower is the rose.  The modern-day alternate is honeysuckle.  Other symbology includes the colors light-orange and white.  The birthstone, in old classic tradition is the pearl.  Modern tradition adds the moonstone, and color-changing Alexandrite to the birthstones for June.

June’s Animals

The butterfly — but there’s a rabbit hole to get to why.  June is associated with transformation and the soul.  That symbolism was derived from the Roman goddess Juno.  Because of her, the month represents a bridge between earthly life and the divine.  Celtic tradition similarly associates the butterfly with the soul, transition, and transformation. So, June’s primary animal is the butterfly.

However, in Native American tradition the woodpecker represents communication and finding your rhythm.  It’s the totem animal for the second half of June.  Additionally, the raccoon is tied to June in certain Native American folklore.

Heart had a brilliant song called “Dog and Butterfly.”  However, it always made me sad. So, I’m using this retro performance of Dolly Parton singing her whimsical “Love is Like a Butterfly.” The lyrics are charming.  The video above was from the 1975 Country Music Awards.

I appreciate you following me down this June-flower trivia rabbit hole.  Thanks to my fabulous animal models that I created with Night Cafe.  Friendly comments are welcome.   Hugs!

♠  ♣  ♠

Here’s the obligatory shameless self-promotion.

Speak Flowers and Fans: a Dictionary of Floriography and Fanology

Universal Purchase Links

E-book:  relinks.me/B0FK3ZGNQT

Paperback:  relinks.me/B0FK3RH7LY

♠  ♣  ♠

Copyright © 2026 by Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene

All rights reserved. 

This blog is entirely human-written.  Furthermore, the author expressly prohibits any entity from using this publication for purposes of training AI technologies to generate text.  No part of this work may be reproduced, scanned, or distributed in any printed or electronic form without permission.  Please do not participate in or encourage piracy of copyrighted materials in violation of the author’s rights.

All images are either the property of the author or provided by free sources, unless stated otherwise.

Sweet deal to celebrate the sixth month of 2026!

The Honeysuckle membership level gives you full access at a 50% discount for the first six months!

Comes with a one-month free trial!

#Yoga #SelfCare #Breathe #Stretch #Strength #Honeysuckle

https://thunderhoneysnowstudio.ca/membership-levels/

Sweet deal to celebrate the sixth month of 2026!

The Honeysuckle membership level gives you full access at a 50% discount for the first six months!

Comes with a one-month free trial!

#Yoga #SelfCare #Breathe #Stretch #Strength #Honeysuckle

https://thunderhoneysnowstudio.ca/membership-levels/

#Honeysuckle: Edible Varieties

August 19, 2022 by Sarah

"The flowers of many honeysuckle species are edible and can have a sweet nectar that can be enjoyed in moderation. However, not all parts of the honeysuckle plant are safe to eat, and some species may have toxic components.

🍄 Foraging Guide
What type of honeysuckle is edible?

Several species of honeysuckle have edible flowers, but it’s important to note that not all species are safe to consume.

Among the edible honeysuckle species, the following are commonly recognized for their edible flowers:

- Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica): This is one of the most well-known edible honeysuckle species. The flowers are often used to make teas, syrups, or infusions. They have a sweet nectar that can be enjoyed by gently pulling off the flower and tasting the nectar.
- Italian Woodbine (Lonicera caprifolium): Another species with edible flowers, Italian woodbine is also used in similar ways as Japanese honeysuckle. Its flowers are fragrant and sweet.
- European Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum):This species is native to Europe and has fragrant flowers that are sometimes used in culinary applications.
- Sweetberry Honeysuckle (Lonicera caerulea): Also known as honeyberry or haskap, the berries of this honeysuckle species are edible and are often enjoyed for their unique flavor. Sweetberry honeysuckle is native to northern regions and is becoming increasingly popular for its tasty and nutritious fruit.

When consuming edible honeysuckle flowers, it’s important to remember the following:

- Only consume the flowers and avoid other parts of the plant.
- Make sure you have correctly identified the species before consumption.
- Eat them in moderation, as consuming large quantities may not be advisable."

Learn more:
https://foragingguru.com/honeysuckle-edible/

#SolarPunkSunday #Foraging #EdibleFlowers #EdiblePlants #MedicinalPlants

#Honeysuckle: Edible Varieties

August 19, 2022 by Sarah

"The flowers of many honeysuckle species are edible and can have a sweet nectar that can be enjoyed in moderation. However, not all parts of the honeysuckle plant are safe to eat, and some species may have toxic components.

🍄 Foraging Guide
What type of honeysuckle is edible?

Several species of honeysuckle have edible flowers, but it’s important to note that not all species are safe to consume.

Among the edible honeysuckle species, the following are commonly recognized for their edible flowers:

- Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica): This is one of the most well-known edible honeysuckle species. The flowers are often used to make teas, syrups, or infusions. They have a sweet nectar that can be enjoyed by gently pulling off the flower and tasting the nectar.
- Italian Woodbine (Lonicera caprifolium): Another species with edible flowers, Italian woodbine is also used in similar ways as Japanese honeysuckle. Its flowers are fragrant and sweet.
- European Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum):This species is native to Europe and has fragrant flowers that are sometimes used in culinary applications.
- Sweetberry Honeysuckle (Lonicera caerulea): Also known as honeyberry or haskap, the berries of this honeysuckle species are edible and are often enjoyed for their unique flavor. Sweetberry honeysuckle is native to northern regions and is becoming increasingly popular for its tasty and nutritious fruit.

When consuming edible honeysuckle flowers, it’s important to remember the following:

- Only consume the flowers and avoid other parts of the plant.
- Make sure you have correctly identified the species before consumption.
- Eat them in moderation, as consuming large quantities may not be advisable."

Learn more:
https://foragingguru.com/honeysuckle-edible/

#SolarPunkSunday #Foraging #EdibleFlowers #EdiblePlants #MedicinalPlants

Pruning Honeysuckle The Right Way – Complete How-To Guide https://www.allforgardening.com/1781389/pruning-honeysuckle-the-right-way-complete-how-to-guide/ #garden #gardening #honeysuckle #PruningShears

Pruning Honeysuckle The Right Way – Complete How-To Guide https://www.allforgardening.com/1781389/pruning-honeysuckle-the-right-way-complete-how-to-guide/ #garden #gardening #honeysuckle #PruningShears

The extra allergies are worth it every single year. Here's the 2026 huff-o-rama

#AgingPunks #Honeysuckle #Bloomscrolling

The extra allergies are worth it every single year. Here's the 2026 huff-o-rama

#AgingPunks #Honeysuckle #Bloomscrolling

Friends, I really like #salal. It grows all over the place in the #PNW also, which is great.

Happy Friday, humans. Go find something that makes you smile.

#awalkaday #bloomscrolling #wildflowers #herbrobert #stinkybob #honeysuckle

Friends, I really like #salal. It grows all over the place in the #PNW also, which is great.

Happy Friday, humans. Go find something that makes you smile.

#awalkaday #bloomscrolling #wildflowers #herbrobert #stinkybob #honeysuckle

#TGIF
May has begun but it's still wonderfully cool. The aromas of honeysuckles and gardenias are somewhat similar yet distinct. When both are blooming, my nose and head go 'high.'

Have a good evening and a great weekend, everyone.

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #flowers #bloomscrolling #honeysuckle #gardenia

#TGIF
May has begun but it's still wonderfully cool. The aromas of honeysuckles and gardenias are somewhat similar yet distinct. When both are blooming, my nose and head go 'high.'

Have a good evening and a great weekend, everyone.

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #flowers #bloomscrolling #honeysuckle #gardenia

After the rain, it got so cool and nice at 65f/18c. Flowers seem happy.

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #honeysuckle #rosecampion #flowers #bloomscrolling

After the rain, it got so cool and nice at 65f/18c. Flowers seem happy.

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #honeysuckle #rosecampion #flowers #bloomscrolling

Sweeten your fortune with the help of our Honeysuckle Soap. Use it as a pre-magick cleanse to invite the best of what life has to offer during your next meditation session or ritual.

https://www.inkedgoddesscreations.com/products/honeysuckle-soap
#Honeysuckle

It dipped to 47f/8c and rained. We had to wait till the afternoon for another easy flat walk. It was sure windy and I had to zip up my windbreaker (in yesterday's photo I was wearing a T-shirt).

📍 Deer Lick Park, GA

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #park #geese #birds #flowers #honeysuckle

It dipped to 47f/8c and rained. We had to wait till the afternoon for another easy flat walk. It was sure windy and I had to zip up my windbreaker (in yesterday's photo I was wearing a T-shirt).

📍 Deer Lick Park, GA

#dog #dogs #DogsOfMastodon #AdoptDontShop #rescuedog #photography #FujiFilm #park #geese #birds #flowers #honeysuckle

#Phlox, #Passionflower, #Honeysuckle and #Alstroemeria at #Gite-Milvain in 2023

Honeysuckle and forsythia for sore throat #tonsilitis #sorethroatrelief #honeysuckle #forsythia ... Continue to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eM_MfPBbAo

Amur Honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii)

#Honeysuckle #Lonicera #ArtWithOpenSource #Darktable #CCBYSA #Plant #Plants #Nature #NaturePhotography #Photo #Photography

Amur Honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii)

#Honeysuckle #Lonicera #ArtWithOpenSource #Darktable #CCBYSA #Plant #Plants #Nature #NaturePhotography #Photo #Photography

Honeysuckle (Lonicera sp.)

#Honeysuckle #Lonicera #Bloomscrolling #ArtWithOpenSource #Darktable #Florespondence #CCBYSA #Plant #Plants #Flower #Flowers #Nature #NaturePhotography #Photo #Photography

Honeysuckle (Lonicera sp.)

#Honeysuckle #Lonicera #Bloomscrolling #ArtWithOpenSource #Darktable #Florespondence #CCBYSA #Plant #Plants #Flower #Flowers #Nature #NaturePhotography #Photo #Photography

Garden plants to never prune in March https://www.allforgardening.com/1658828/garden-plants-to-never-prune-in-march/ #azaleas #flowers #garden #gardening #honeysuckle #Jasmine #MapleTrees #plants #PlantsToAvoidPruning #pruning #PruningMarch

Garden plants to never prune in March https://www.allforgardening.com/1658828/garden-plants-to-never-prune-in-march/ #azaleas #flowers #garden #gardening #honeysuckle #Jasmine #MapleTrees #plants #PlantsToAvoidPruning #pruning #PruningMarch

#ColorADay #PinkMon #MacroMonday Pink honeysuckle spotted on a trail. #ECK #SensoryArt #Spring #Abstractia #Flowers #Hiking #Honeysuckle #WestCoastKin #Wildflowers #Bloomscrolling

#ColorADay #PinkMon #MacroMonday Pink honeysuckle spotted on a trail. #ECK #SensoryArt #Spring #Abstractia #Flowers #Hiking #Honeysuckle #WestCoastKin #Wildflowers #Bloomscrolling

HOME AND GARDEN: Boost your landscape’s beauty with bee-friendly shrubs | Premium Plus https://www.allforgardening.com/1641000/home-and-garden-boost-your-landscapes-beauty-with-bee-friendly-shrubs-premium-plus/ #archaeplastida #aronia #bee #BotanicalTaxa #BotanicalTaxaNamed #botany #CeanothusAmericanus #DiervillaLonicera #FloraOfNorthernAmerica #FloraOfTheHolarcticRealm #flower #garden #gardening #HibiscusSyriacus #honeysuckle #horticulture #Kingdoms(biology) #plants #PlantsAndHumans #pollinator