Coral Honeysuckle

Coral honeysuckle is a hardy semi-evergreen vine that can grow up to 20 feet. Unlike some
other native vines, it is not an aggressive spreader. Tubular red flowers appear in mid-spring
and then intermittently the rest of the year.

Planting Sites: Vine prefers well-drained sand, loam, clay, or caliche soil. Plant in part or full sun. The more sun,
the more blooms, but in full sun, roots need shade and the vine itself, a native of East Texas, requires more water.
Morning sun and afternoon shade are perfect. The plant also needs good air circulation to avoid a powdery
mildew problem.

Planting Instructions: Dig hole slightly larger than but the same depth as the nursery container. Carefully remove
plant from container and gently loosen any compacted soil and the roots of the root ball. Plant at the same depth
as the soil in the container. Add 2 to 3 inches of mulch.

Watering Instructions: Water well after planting, using root stimulator according to directions. For at least 3
months, water deeply every 7-10 days to promote deep roots that will withstand drought. Skip a watering after a
rainfall of ½” to 1”. Once established, coral honeysuckle is drought-tolerant. Three to six soakings per year are
generally adequate.

Comments: Great plant for pergolas, creating dappled shade. Flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Berries attract quail, Purple Finch, Goldfinch, Hermit Thrush, American Robin. It is the larval host for the Spring
Azure butterfly and Snowberry Clearwing Moth.

Planting and care instructions provided by the Lindheimer Chapters of the Native Plant Society of Texas.