Goldflame Honeysuckle

(Lonicera ×heckrottii)

Goldflame Honeysuckle (Lonicera ×heckrottii)

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Summary

Lonicera ×heckrottii, commonly known as Goldflame Honeysuckle or Pink Lemonade Honeysuckle, is an artificial hybrid perennial vine resulting from the cross of L. sempervirens, L. caprifolium, and L. etrusca. It is a twining vine that can reach a height of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters) and spread 5-10 feet (1.5-3 meters) wide. Goldflame Honeysuckle is known for its vibrant, tubular flowers that are pink to yellow with a flush of red on the outside, blooming profusely from late spring to summer and attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.

The plant is valued for its ornamental flowers, which are highly fragrant and add a splash of color to trellises, arbors, and fences. It is commonly used for vertical interest in gardens and can also be trained as a ground cover. Goldflame Honeysuckle thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained soils, including clay, loam, or sandy types. It requires moderate watering, but once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to powdery mildew and should be monitored for aphids. Pruning is recommended to maintain shape and promote vigorous growth.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Shrub
  • Height: 10-15 feet
  • Width: 5-10 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Pink, Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Medium

Common Uses

Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

A hybrid perennial vine with tubular pink to yellow flowers, used for vertical interest in gardens

Other Names

Common Names: Pink Lemonade Honeysuckle

Scientific Names: Lonicera ×heckrottii

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