Lonicera hispidula var. vacillans
Lonicera hispidula var. vacillans var. vacillans
var. vacillans
Lonicera
Caprifoliaceae
Native Plants
Zone 4–9
🌱 Beginner Friendly
This variety of California honeysuckle is a hardy native vine that requires minimal care once established. It attracts pollinators and hummingbirds while tolerating drought conditions and partial shade. Perfect for naturalized areas and wildlife gardens where low-maintenance native plants are desired.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Ecology & Origin
Native to
British Columbia
California
Oregon
Washington
Attracts
🐝 Hummingbirds
🐝 Butterflies
🐝 Bees
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.