Lonicera sempervirens Major Wheeler Honeysuckle for sale

Common Name: Honeysuckle

Clusters of red trumpet-shaped blossoms with orange interiors appear steadily throughout the summer and into fall on woody stemmed vines. Discovered along the coast of North Carolina, its mildew-resistant foliage helps make this selection one of the best native honeysuckles.

Tolerates dry soil. Not overly aggressive, it can be used as a groundcover as well as a climber. Blooms on old wood so prune just after flowering. Bloom is heaviest in full sun.

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 48-96
Width in Inches at Maturity: 24-96
Bloom Color: Red
Bloom Time: Early summer to midfall
Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to light shade
Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Zones: 4-8

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