Lonicera × brownii Dropmore Scarlet (Honeysuckle)

Highly popular, Lonicera × brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' (Honeysuckle) is a vigorous semi-evergreen climber with masses of stunning, flaming scarlet, tubular flowers that open to reveal orange throats. Produced in succession from early summer to fall, they eventually give way (in hot summers) to small, bright red berries. Magnets for hummingbirds, the cheerful blossoms contrast nicely with the semi-evergreen foliage of rounded blue-green leaves. Although not fragrant, this honeysuckle makes up in color and still is a terrific garden plant. It will happily cover walls, fences or pergolas for a striking floral display.

• Grows up to 8-12 ft. tall (240-360 cm) and 6 ft. wide (180 cm)
• A part shade lover, this plant is best grown in fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun.
• Excellent choice for covering walls, fences, trellises, pergolas .
• Low maintenance, this plant is generally pest and disease free. Watch for aphids and thrips.
• Prune in late winter or early spring.
• Softwood, semi-ripe or leaf bud cuttings from late spring to late summer