Felder Rushing
Family
Caprifoliaceae
Botanical Name
Lonicera sempervirens
Plant Common Name
Trumpet Honeysuckle
General Description
Trumpet Honeysuckle is a vigorous deciduous to evergreen vine that is native to the central eastern United States and southern Canada. Its leaves emerge purple-red, change to blue-green and have no notable fall color. Throughout summer it bears red to yellow tubular blooms that attract hummingbirds and are followed by red berry-like fruits. These vines prefer a sunny location with well drained, average soil. Trumpet honeysuckle is a beautiful native that looks best when grown on a trellis, fence or arbor.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
9 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 9
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Plant Type
Vine/Liana
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
10'-20' / 3.0m - 6.1m
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Width
0'-0' / 0.0m - 0.0m
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Bloom Time
Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall, Late Fall
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Native To
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Canada
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Average
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Soil type
Clay, Loam
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Growth Rate
Fast
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Habit
Vining/Climbing
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
