Lonicera X heckrottii |
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Goldflame or Coral Honeysuckle |
Description
Lonicera X heckrottii is a deciduous vine or small shrub, semi-evergreen in mild-winter climates. Vigorous to 12'-15' with oval, 2" blue-green leaves. Free blooming from spring to frost. Clusters 1.5" long flowers, bright coral pink outside and rich yellow within.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Pink, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Ranch
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Foundation, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cascade, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.