Lonicera oblongifolia

Also Known As

Swamp Fly Honeysuckle

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Lonicera oblongifolia plant details

Lonicera oblongifolia is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In summer cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera oblongifolia

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, fragrant, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera oblongifolia

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a great native honeysuckle for the shaded garden. Creamy white slightly fragrant flowers are borne in spring and are attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. In summer it has nice blue-green foliage, and in fall bright red fruits that the birds love. Although often found in wetlands, it is perfectly at home in average garden soil.