Trumpet Honeysuckle — Lonicera sempervirens

Trumpet Honeysuckle

Lonicera sempervirens

Caprifoliaceae · Vine

Unlike invasive non-native honeysuckles, Trumpet Honeysuckle is a beautiful and well-behaved native vine, adored by hummingbirds and butterflies. Its vibrant, tubular flowers provide continuous nectar throughout the growing season.

  • · Provide a sturdy trellis or support for climbing.
  • · Prefers full sun for best flowering but tolerates partial shade.
  • · Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushiness if desired.

At a glance

  • Growing zones: 4-9
  • Sun: Full sun to partial shade
  • Water: Moderate
  • Maintenance: Low
  • Type: Vine
  • Mature size: 10-20 ft tall · 3-6 ft wide
  • Bloom season: Spring to fall · Red, orange, yellow
  • Pollinator friendly: Yes
  • Container suitable: Yes
  • Cold tolerance: Hardy to -30F
  • Heat tolerance: Excellent
  • Soil: Well-drained soil
  • Growth rate: Fast
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