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Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'

Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 ft)
Spread
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' (trumpet honeysuckle) produces showy, bright red and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late fall. This plant is climbing in form and has matte, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is greyish aquamarine in colour. The stems are smooth in texture. Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' (trumpet honeysuckle) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' .
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' (trumpet honeysuckle) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Regular pruning will be required to keep this vine tidy.