Plant Description
Lonicera cilosa
Orange honeysuckle is a woody vine or shrub species that can grow well in a home garden or a woodland edge. Its orange flowers in the spring and summer are especially loved by bumblebees and hummingbirds.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Mature Height | 10-20 ft |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Low once established |
| Drought Tolerance | Somewhat tolerant |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | Flowers are good for a variety of pollinators |
| Timber Value | None |
| Resprout Ability | Potential to resprout after wildfire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 4-9 |
| Flower Color | Orange or Yellow |
| Bloom Time | April-July |
| Habitat | Open woodlands |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Tracheophytes |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Class | Asterids |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Lonicera |
| Species | L. ciliosa |
