Red Cape Honeysuckle
Best low-maintenance shrub for adding winter color to deer-prone landscapes.
The Red Cape Honeysuckle is a striking, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub known for its showy clusters of red-orange trumpet flowers that bloom from mid-fall through late winter. It offers an upright, spreading habit, making it a stunning accent or screen in the landscape. This medium-growth plant requires little water once established and is deer resistant. Its dark green, serrated foliage remains attractive year-round. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is suitable for mass planting, hedges, or container use, providing vibrant color when many other plants are dormant.
$39.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
866
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#866 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+2%
Above average
Mature Height
16
/ feet
Who it's for
- Wildlife enthusiasts looking to attract hummingbirds to their garden
- Busy gardeners in arid climates needing low-maintenance, heat-tolerant plants
- Homeowners seeking fast-growing greenery for privacy screens or trellises
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space who prefer low-maintenance landscaping
- Residents in colder climates prone to frequent winter freezes
- Homeowners wanting to keep patios and walkways free of debris
Performance breakdown
Off-season Color
Provides vibrant blooms when most garden landscapes are dormant.
Deer Resistance
Reliably ignored by local wildlife, protecting your investment from grazing.
Drought Tolerance
Requires minimal supplemental water once the root system is established.
Versatility
Adapts easily to hedges, containers, or standalone accent placements.
Growth Habit
Upright, spreading structure creates a dense, attractive privacy screen.
Environmental Hardiness
Salt tolerance makes this a smart choice for coastal gardens.
Key Specs
Mature Height
16 feet
Mature Width
8 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Mid Fall to Late Winter
Foliage Color
Green
Hardiness Zone
9a
Growth Rate
Medium
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Features
- Produces showy clusters of red-orange trumpet-shaped flowers
- Blooms late in the season, from mid-fall to late winter
- Highly ornamental dark green, serrated compound leaves
- Deer resistant, often ignored by deer
- Suitable for use as an accent, hedge, or container plant
- Tolerant of environmental salt
- Low canopy clearance of about 1 foot
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Red Cape Honeysuckle for its exceptional reliability and immediate visual quality. Reviewers frequently note that the plants arrive healthy and quickly establish themselves, demonstrating vigorous growth even in challenging conditions. The vibrant, deep red blooms are a major highlight, offering significant curb appeal and attracting hummingbirds, making it a high value addition to the garden. This ease of care combined with stunning results drives high satisfaction.
Know before you buy
This shrub is a standout for late-season color, producing its signature red-orange trumpet flowers from mid-fall through late winter.
At maturity, the Red Cape Honeysuckle can reach up to 16 feet in height and 8 feet in width. Be sure to provide enough room for its upright, spreading habit if you are planting it near structures or walkways.
Yes, this variety is generally ignored by deer, making it a reliable choice for landscapes where deer pressure is a concern.
The Red Cape Honeysuckle is versatile enough for container use, though you will need a large, sturdy pot to accommodate its potential size and growth habit.
It thrives in both full sun and partial shade. For the most prolific flowering, aim for a spot that receives plenty of direct sunlight.
Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance and requires little water. It is also tolerant of environmental salt, which makes it a practical option for coastal gardens.
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