Should honeysuckle vines be cut back?
When to Prune Honeysuckle Vines and Bushes Prune honeysuckle bushes in the spring, as soon as the flowers drop off. You can prune honeysuckle vines lightly any time of year. Wait until fall or winter when the vine is dormant for major pruning jobs.
A: The honeysuckle shrubs should respond well to pruning back aggressively for rejuvenation. For best results, wait until late next winter and cut them back before growth starts in spring.