trumpet honeysuckle
Lonicera sempervirens
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 9
Flowers:
Scarlet/orange with yellow inside Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Trumpet honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) should be watered once a week to a depth of 1 inch. In the summer, water it more frequently if the soil appears dry. During the winter, watering is not necessary unless the soil appears dry. If you live in an area with very cold winters, you can water it once a month in order to keep the soil from completely drying out. Make sure the soil is well-draining so that the plant does not become waterlogged.
sunlight
Trumpet honeysuckle requires about 6- 8 hours of direct sunlight when actively growing. It will also benefit from some afternoon shade or filtered sunlight in areas with very hot summers. This species grows best in full sun and in partial shade, with some shade tolerated, making it an ideal choice for a partially shaded area of your garden.
pruning
Trumpet honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) should be pruned twice a year, once in late winter and then again in mid-summer. Late winter pruning removes any dead, damaged, or unwanted growth, and helps to promote a more compact form. When pruning in late winter, remove any dead, damaged, or weak wood, and reduce any overly long or unruly branches. In mid-summer, prune back any shoots that have extended beyond their desired height or structure. When pruning, take care to avoid removing more than 1-third of the foliage. Additionally, be aware of how much light is maximized and minimized when pruning; paying attention to this will help your honeysuckle maintain an even shape and full health.
