| Botanical Name: | Lonicera |
| Life Cycle: | perennials, shrubs, climbers/vines |
| Planting Time: | fall is best |
| Height: | 6' to 15' |
| Exposure: | full sun to light shade (shade produces fewer flowers and berries) |
| Soil: | average, well-drained soil |
| Hardiness: | zones 4 to 10 depending on variety |
| Bloom Time: | flowers followed by berries from late spring to fall depending on species |
| Flower: | variety of colorful, bell or funnel-shaped fragrant flowers and red or yellow berries depending on species |
| Foliage: | green leaves in opposite pairs |
| Propagation: | seeds, softwood cuttings (late spring or summer) and hardwood cuttings (fall and winter) |
| Suggested Use: | shrub borders, hedges, climbing vines, and fragrance garden; berries loved by backyard birds |
| Growing Hints: | There are over 180 species of honeysuckle shrubs and vines growing in a variety of habitats. Growing requirement will vary some according to species. Generally speaking, purchased plants or rooted cuttings are best planted in the fall. Seeds can be started in a cold frame as soon as they ripen. Plants like regular watering during the growing season. Honeysuckle is typically very low maintenance-needing very little pruning and seldom bothered by pests. Some species can become invasive if not kept in bounds. |
| Interesting Facts: | Honeysuckle berries are not suited for human consumption and may cause a mild upset stomach if ingested. |
