Coral Honeysuckle
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Lonicera sempervirens
Lonicera sempervirens, or trumpet honeysuckle, is a vigorous, deciduous, climbing vine that usually grows 10-15 feet (occasionally up to 20 feet) and is one of the most attractive vining honeysuckles. It is mainly found in the southeastern United States.
The vine produces large, non-fragrant, narrow, trumpet-shaped flowers that are scarlet to orangish red on the outside and yellowish inside. The flowers bloom in late spring at the ends of the stems in whorled clusters. They are appealing to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. The vine also produces inedible red berries that can be ornamental from late summer to early fall, attracting birds. The oval, bluish-green leaves are glaucous underneath. In warmer winter climates of the Deep South, this vine remains evergreen.
It thrives in average, moderately moist, well-drained soils in full sun. While it can tolerate shade, its best flowering occurs in full sun. It prefers humus-rich, organically fertile soils with good drainage. This climbing vine requires a support structure to grow unless it is allowed to spread as a ground cover. Prune as necessary immediately after flowering.
Height: 8’-15'
Spread: 3’-6'
Bloom: May-June
Light: Full sun
Water: Medium
Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Origin: Texas, Southeastern U.S.
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
