Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens)
Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens)
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Coral Honeysuckle
Lonicera sempervirens
Other Common Names: Trumpet Honeysuckle
Top Pick: A native vine with tubular red flowers that attract hummingbirds and bring vertical interest to the landscape.
Quick Plant Info
- ☀️ Light: Full Sun to Part Shade (Best with some afternoon protection)
- 💧 Water: Low to Medium
- 🌿 Type: Vine
- 📏 Mature Size: 10–20 ft long (with support)
Plant Traits
Description
A native vine that produces bright tubular flowers and supports hummingbirds.
Coral Honeysuckle climbs by twining and produces clusters of red to coral flowers over an extended bloom period. It can also produce berries that attract birds.
🌼 Why it works
- Strong hummingbird attraction
- Adds vertical interest
- Long bloom period
- Native vine option
🐦 Wildlife value
Provides nectar for hummingbirds and pollinators and fruit for birds. Serves as a host plant for insect life cycles.
Adds habitat value at a vertical layer often missing in landscapes.
🌱 Where it thrives
Best in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. In North Texas, it benefits from some protection from intense afternoon sun.
- Trellises and fences
- Arbors and vertical structures
- Wildlife habitat plantings
Soil: Adaptable; prefers well-drained soil.
✂️ Growth & maintenance
Prune as needed to shape or control growth.
💧 Water (establishment note)
Water during establishment; once established, it tolerates moderate drought.
Pickup Information
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