Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'

Also Known As

Lonicera 'Dropmore Scarlet'
Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle
Dropmore Scarlet Scarlet Trumpet Honeysuckle

Plant type

perennial, groundcover, vine

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' plant details

Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover vine with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer orange and red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'

Plant type: perennial groundcover vine
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: compact, cutting garden, long-blooming, showy, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' was bred by Dr FL Skinner of Dropmore, Manitoba in the 1950s. It is a cross between L. sempervirens and L. hirsuta and is incredibly hardy to zone 3 performing extremely well across the prairies and other cold climates as well as in coastal BC. The clusters of red tubular flowers open to reveal orange throats and will bloom almost continuously through summer and into fall. Though not fragrant the floral display and popularity with hummingbirds makes up for it. Plants will remain semi-evergreen through the winter in coastal BC. Plant to intertwine with clematis or allow to grow onto a fence, trellis or pergola or into large climbing roses, shrubs or small trees.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Though exceptionally colorful, the coral-red flowers on this vine aren?t fragrant; this vine is similar to 'Goldflame' Honeysuckle but hardier and sturdier. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Blooms in early summer with deep scarlet-orange & red flowers that are very fragrant. Height and spread are largely dependent upon pruning.

By: Garden World

Super-hardy and super-long bloom season make this a much loved compact vine for every garden. The deep red flowers are Hummingbird magnets! Blooms late spring to early fall. Twining Type; twines around structures.