Coral Honeysuckle
Lonicera sempervirens
Also listed as Phenianthus sempervirens, Alaternus sempervirens
Also known as Trumpet Honeysuckle
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A semi-evergreen twining vine prized for its showy tubular red-orange flowers that attract hummingbirds. Hardy and low-maintenance, it climbs readily on trellises, fences, and arbors.
Why grow it
Coral honeysuckle offers reliable hummingbird attraction with a more restrained growth habit than many non-native honeysuckle species, making it better suited to smaller spaces and mixed plantings. Unlike some aggressive honeysuckle varieties, this native or naturalized option requires less aggressive management once established. It tolerates partial shade better than many flowering vines while maintaining decent bloom production, giving it flexibility in landscape placement.
Watch out for
Young plants may take a season or two to establish vigorous growth, so initial staking or guidance helps direct the vine onto its support structure. In warmer zones, monitor for occasional mildew during humid summers, particularly if air circulation is poor. The vine can become tangled or woody with age, so periodic light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and flowering performance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A semi-evergreen twining vine prized for its showy tubular red-orange flowers that attract hummingbirds. Hardy and low-maintenance, it climbs readily on trellises, fences, and arbors.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Coral Honeysuckle grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Coral honeysuckle offers reliable hummingbird attraction with a more restrained growth habit than many non-native honeysuckle species, making it better suited to smaller spaces and mixed plantings. Unlike some aggressive honeysuckle varieties, this native or naturalized option requires less aggressive management once established. It tolerates partial shade better than many flowering vines while maintaining decent bloom production, giving it flexibility in landscape placement.
Watch out for
Young plants may take a season or two to establish vigorous growth, so initial staking or guidance helps direct the vine onto its support structure. In warmer zones, monitor for occasional mildew during humid summers, particularly if air circulation is poor. The vine can become tangled or woody with age, so periodic light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and flowering performance.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Climber
Vines that climb the layers above on a support.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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