The vine Lonicera sempervirens (trumpet honeysuckle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and bright red blooms during late spring to late autumn. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish aquamarine in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Lonicera sempervirens (trumpet honeysuckle) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth stems. A specimen plant, Lonicera sempervirens (trumpet honeysuckle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Border, specimen and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics
Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Lonicera sempervirens .
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Lonicera sempervirens (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. Be advised that Lonicera sempervirens (trumpet honeysuckle) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
