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Lonicera X heckrottii

Goldflame Honeysuckle

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Description

Lonicera X heckrotti is a deciduous vine or small shrub, semievergreen in mild-winter climates. Vigorous to 12-15 ft. with oval, 2 in. blue-green leaves. Free blooming from spring to frost. Clusters 1.5 in. long flowers, bright coral pink outside and rich yellow within.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Ranch

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.