Coral Honeysuckle

Coral Honeysuckle, Lonicera sempervirens

Ranging north and south from the Central Plains to the Eastern Coastline, Coral Honeysuckle, also sometimes referred to as Trumpet Honeysuckle, is a common native vine. Unlike its invasive cousin, Japanese Honeysuckle, this native variety is more selective of areas for growth. It is also not as fragrant or giving of nectar which leads many to prefer the Japanese Honeysuckle even though it is listed as a noxious weed. This invasive cousin had once been used to prevent erosion due to its great adaptability and fast growth, but was left unchecked leading to the crowding out of many other native plants. The lovely red shade of the Coral Honeysuckle flowers are known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, while the fruit often attracts other birds later in the season.