Lonicera sempervirens Coral Honeysuckle
Best vibrant climber for attracting garden pollinators.
Lonicera sempervirens, commonly known as Coral Honeysuckle, is a semi-evergreen twining vine native to the Southeastern United States. It produces clusters of red, trumpet-shaped blooms with yellow centers from mid-spring to midsummer, attracting hummingbirds and bumble bees. Following the blooms are red berries that are a food source for songbirds. This perennial climber features woody stems with exfoliating bark and blue-green leaves. It thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil, though it can tolerate dry conditions once established. It is also resistant to deer and rabbits.
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Common Names
Coral Honeysuckle
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Who it's for
- Gardeners eager to support local wildlife and enhance biodiversity
- Busy homeowners seeking a beautiful, resilient plant with minimal upkeep
- Environmentally conscious individuals prioritizing native, well-behaved garden additions
Who should skip it
- Gardeners expecting a highly fragrant vine for sensory garden experiences
- Homeowners without existing structures or unwilling to install climbing support
- Impatient gardeners desiring immediate, rapid growth and quick visual impact
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
A magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies throughout the growing season.
Wildlife Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from damaging your garden landscape.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives across diverse zones with impressive drought tolerance once established.
Native Appeal
Supports local ecosystems as a hardy, native North American species.
Visual Impact
Striking trumpet-shaped blooms provide vibrant color from spring through midsummer.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once the vine is settled in the soil.
Key Specs
Common Names
Coral Honeysuckle
Zones
4-9
Light Requirements
Full Sun to Light Shade
Soil Preference
Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Height at Maturity
240"
Width at Maturity
72"
Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time
Midspring to midsummer
Features
- Attracts Hummingbirds and Butterflies
- Tolerates Deer and Rabbits
- Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Native to North America
- Blooms Mid-Spring to Midsummer
- Semi-evergreen foliage
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Lonicera sempervirens Coral Honeysuckle plants received from Rare Roots. Reviewers frequently highlight the plants' robust health upon arrival and their subsequent vigorous growth, quickly establishing themselves in various garden settings. This ease of establishment and the vibrant, attractive blooms contribute significantly to a highly positive sentiment. Gardeners appreciate the reliable performance and the beauty these plants bring, making them a favored choice for attracting hummingbirds and enhancing outdoor spaces.
Know before you buy
Yes, as a twining vine that reaches up to 20 feet, it requires a sturdy support system like a fence, arbor, or trellis to climb effectively.
Lonicera sempervirens is semi-evergreen. In warmer climates, it will retain its foliage year-round, but in colder zones, it may lose some or all of its leaves during the winter months.
While it can tolerate light shade, it performs best and produces the most abundant blooms when planted in a location that receives full sun.
Yes, this variety is generally avoided by deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are a common nuisance.
While it is drought-tolerant once established, you should provide regular water during the first growing season to help the root system develop. Once mature, it can handle drier conditions, though it still prefers moist, well-drained soil.
The berries are a natural food source for songbirds, but they are not intended for human or pet consumption. It is best to keep them out of reach of small children and curious pets.
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