Honeysuckle prefers a sunny or partially shaded location with moist, well-draining soil. It can also tolerate some shade, but may require more watering in hot, dry conditions. Plant at the right time: ...

Some ground covers hold soil really well on creekbanks and other steep slopes. In full sun, the list would include Japanese purpleleaf honeysuckle and purple wintercreeper euonymus.

I was told that honeysuckle is good but requires trimming. I would like to cover as much as possible for erosion control. A: Slopes and hillsides can present several gardening challenges.