Lonicera conjugialis

Also Known As

Double Honeysuckle
Purpleflower Honeysuckle
Wedded Honeysuckle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

2a-9b

Lonicera conjugialis plant details

Lonicera conjugialis is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring burgundy and purple flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera conjugialis

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and purple blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera conjugialis

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the high meadows and woods of western mountains, this tidy little honey-suckle (3-4') is especially attractive in late summer when it develops its bright-scarlet paired berries (from whence its wedded name). S/M-D