Honeysuckle ( Lonicera spp.)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best flowering occurs in full sun
• Can tolerate some shade, especially in hotter climates

Bloom Time:

• Spring through summer (some varieties bloom into fall)
• Flowers are typically tubular and come in shades of white, yellow, pink, or red
• Many varieties are fragrant

Size:

Height:

• Vining types: 10 to 20 feet or more with support
• Shrubby types: 3 to 10 feet tall

Width:

• Varies by species; vining types can spread widely
• Shrubs typically spread 3 to 6 feet

Attributes:

• Sweetly fragrant, tubular flowers
• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
• Some varieties produce red or orange berries
• Fast-growing and adaptable
• Can be evergreen or deciduous depending on species and climate

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
• Water regularly until established, then drought-tolerant
• Prune after flowering to control size and shape
• Provide support for vining types (trellis, arbor, fence)
• Monitor for aphids, powdery mildew, and leaf spot
• Choose non-invasive species like Lonicera sempervirens (Trumpet Honeysuckle) for ecological balance