Photo of Lonicera giraldii flower by Brushwood Nursery

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Lonicera giraldii

Plant type

shrub, vine

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Lonicera giraldii plant details

Lonicera giraldii is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or vine with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera giraldii

Plant type: shrub or vine
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 20 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rare, trellis, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera giraldii

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lonicera giraldii is a rare, evergreen species with dark ruby flowers in June and July depending on climate. Leaves and flowers are fuzzy all over, making them less likely to be munched by deer.

Gardening facts about Lonicera giraldii plant

How to Grow Lonicera giraldii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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