Horticulture/Lonicera x heckrottii

Lonicera x heckrottii__NOTOC__Flame honeysuckle Lonicera heckrottii B.jpg Lonicera x heckrottii Lonicera Caprifoliaceae vine full sun to part shade drought tolerant rich, fertile, well-drained year round Lonicera x heckrottii is a garden hybrid, grown for its showy clusters of pink flowers and evergreen foliage. Flowers are produced throughout the year, even in winter. Description This is a vigorous, twining vine, leaves are opposite, fused at the top. The flowers are in terminal clusters of 5-10 , pink, and tubular. Growing Conditions Requires a trellis or fence for support. Performs best in rich, well-drained soils in full sun. For winter flowering, shelter from wind is helpful. Varieties Uses Maintenance Propagation Pests and Diseases Problems are uncommon. See ../Lonicera/ for a list of pests and diseases affecting the genus. References Lonicera ×heckrottii 7.12.13