Coral honeysuckle

Lonicera sempervirens

Also known as Lonicera sempervirens var. virginiana, Lonicera sempervirens var. ovata, Caprifolium sempervirens, Lonicera sempervirens f. sulphurea

Flowering Plants · Native Plants · Native Vine · Hummingbird Plant · Coral Flowers · Trellis Vine · Semi-Evergreen · Eastern Native · Pollinator · Fast Growing · Wildlife Garden · Climbing Plant

Coral honeysuckle is a vigorous native vine celebrated for its long season of brilliant orange-red tubular flowers that hummingbirds absolutely adore. It grows easily on trellises, fences, or arbors in partial shade to full sun and is far better behaved than its invasive Japanese cousin. Provide a sturdy support structure, water regularly during dry spells, and trim back after flowering to keep it tidy.