Lonicera Species, Coral Honeysuckle, Trumpet Honeysuckle

On Jan 24, 2018, lightyellow from Ponte Vedra Beach, FL wrote:

My favorite native Eastern US vine and one of my favorite vines for gardens in general. It's not too large size, semi-evergreen (evergreen in the south) foliage, hummingbird-attracting flowers, non-aggressiveness, and loose twining habit (easier to keep off surfaces you don't want it on) make it a winner.

Do not confuse it with Trumpet Vine/Creeper or Crossvine which are other native vines that can be found in the US, at least the Southeast, and have tubular reddish flowers. Those are huge and can be aggressive which can make them difficult to manage in a small garden setting.

The one issue is that in the North there is a non-native aphid species that can cause issues on this plant. The aphid doesn't seem to be a problem in the South judging from others and I ... read morehave never had any issues with mine in Florida even when I transplanting some in the summer.

On Mar 24, 2015, coriaceous from ROSLINDALE, MA wrote:

A wonderful, long-blooming twiner. Many cultivars have been selected, ranging in color from light yellow through orange to scarlet red. Here in Z6a it is deciduous and tolerates occasional drought. It blooms profusely, and repeat blooms into the fall.

Tough and adaptable, it's an excellent performer in eastern N. America. Like most honeysuckles, it's occasionally troubled by aphids (more in full sun) and powdery mildew (more in shade). According to Dirr, this is hardy to Z(3)4.

In the UK, this is a weak plant. [[email protected]]

Unfortunately, this species has no fragrance.

T... read morehis twining species does well on fences, trellis, or other manmade structures. It can strangle trees and shrubs and should be restricted to inanimate supports.

Native from Connecticut to Florida and west to Nebraska and Texas.

On Jul 16, 2014, NCMstGardener from Columbus, NC wrote:

We enjoy both the species (coral) and the yellow 'John Clayton.' Alas the deer enjoy them as well and have browsed all of the lower foliage. Even with that they are nice additions to our garden and are well behaved unlike the invasive Lonicera japonica.

On Jul 14, 2014, Krtka from Lynchburg, VA wrote:

This is a lovely addition to your garden and will be a hummingbird magnet. Just provide some support for the vine to really showcase its beauty. Trumpet Honeysuckle is the "Wildflower of the Year 2014" here in Virginia.
http://vnps.org/wildflowers-of-the-year/wildflower-year-2014...

On Apr 30, 2011, zackeysmom from Macclenny, FL wrote:

I have this plant growing on a trellis. I cut it almost to the ground in early spring and fertilized it. It is blooming the best it ever has! It is about 4 years old.

On Nov 30, 2009, wakemper93 from Irrigon, OR wrote:

This plant is hardy once established. I have had this plant for 12 years now and it is doing just fine. Here in Irrigon, OR I had never seen a hummingbird until I planted this plant,now they are regular visitors.

On Nov 30, 2009, NecrochildK from Lafayette, LA wrote:

I noticed no one even commented on the tasty fun of this plant. Both the white/yellow honeysuckle as well as this one have a very sweet nectar inside. As kids and even still today here where I live, we'll pick the flower, bite off the very back end, spit it out and then suck the nectar out of the back of the flower. To this day I still wish there were a way to harvest it for a syrup, if only they made it in greater amounts, but that makes the little treat all the more something to savor and memories to cherish.

On May 5, 2008, jqpublic from Cary, NC (Zone 7b) wrote:

I love this native. 2 popped up on our chain-linked fence in the backyard. The first one showed up 2 years ago and a second has just sprouted this year...which means the little one won't bloom til next year. Since it is on the fence I hope the neighbors don't cut it down thinking it is an invasive vine!

On Apr 3, 2007, growth_is_good from Liberty Hill, TX wrote:

Beautifully blooming this year.

Its 3rd year against the fence, partial sun and shade. Took a hard freeze this winter. Bloomed out heartily MARCH APRIL 2007.
6 fingered - Coral Honeysuckle, Trumpet Honeysuckle Lonicera sempervirens

ADDING NEW PHOTOS FROM APRIL 2007.

On Jan 15, 2006, Gabrielle from (Zone 5a) wrote:

My Mom got a start of this from her Grandmother over 30 years ago and we still have it! She knows it as Woodbine Vine. We have it outside our livingroom window, and get the privilege of watching birds build nests and raise their young in it.

I have read that it is hardy to zone 3. Blooms May - July in my garden.

On Aug 13, 2004, psychloman from Brooklyn, NY (Zone 7a) wrote:

I have Lonicera sempervirens 'John Clayton' growing through my lilac bush. It blooms throughout the spring and summer after the lilac. I've had it for a few years and I just added three more; 'Sulphurea', 'Magnifica' and 'Cedar Lane'. This plant is definitely worth growing, it has no faults. It grows demurely, it flowers over a long period and is not at all invasive. It blooms most heavily in the spring and then intermittently thereafter. It adds color and interest to a big clump of lilac long after the lilac has finished blooming.It requires no special care or attention once it has been established.

On May 29, 2004, InDaDirt from Bordentown, NJ wrote:

Unfortunately, I don't have a pic to share yet. Soon though. If this is the same plant, I picked it up last year under the name "Blanche Sandman". I've been growing it in a container for lack of space. Surprisingly, it's been thriving. The Hummingbirds love it. I was worried that the winter would damage it, but there was no reason to worry. It came through like a champ.

On Apr 1, 2004, ladyannne from Merced, CA (Zone 9a) wrote:

We are growing this on an south eastern fence where it is in almost complete shade but it is doing well, goes into bloom in late March. It is behaving like an evergreen in our zone 9.

On Sep 12, 2001, Floridian from Lutz, FL (Zone 9b) wrote:

Red trumpet shaped flowers with yellow inside. Fruit are scarlet berries. This climbing vine is a favorite of the Ruby Throat Hummingbird. A native plant found in woods, thickets and roadside fences it flowers April through August.