Orange Honeysuckle
Lonicera ciliosa
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Sun:
Partial sun
Soil:
Sandy,Loamy,Rocky
Fruits:
red,yellow,orange,white Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Orange Honeysuckle (Lonicera ciliosa) is a low maintenance plant that requires minimal watering. During the growing season (Spring-Fall), it is important to keep the soil moist throughout and water the plant regularly every 1-2 weeks. Water the plant until the soil is moist, but not saturated. In the Winter months, decrease the frequency of watering to allow the soil to dry out slightly between watering. Applying a light layer of mulch will also help retain soil moisture.
sunlight
Orange Honeysuckle prefers partial to full sun. It should receive at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal plant health. The plants can tolerate bright and sunny locations in most climates, but too much sun can cause the leaves to scorch and die back, so shade may be necessary in extremely hot, dry conditions. Orange Honeysuckle can also grow in partial shade, though it may not flower or produce berries in this situation.
pruning
The best time to prune Orange Honeysuckle (Lonicera ciliosa) is during winter or early spring. Pruning should be done sparingly as too much can damage the plant’s growth. Begin by removing any dead or damaged branches. Cut back any overgrown branches to the desired size. When thinning, be sure to make each cut a few millimeters above a node or growing point to promote new growth. Aim to cut the plant back to about 1-third of its original size. This will encourage new and healthy growth. This species of honeysuckle can also be pruned to form a hedge.
