Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Climbing honeysuckle 'Dropmore Scarlet'
FamilyCaprifoliaceae
Lonicera × brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet', known as 'Dropmore Scarlet' honeysuckle, is a deciduous climbing plant with a vigorous, twining habit, recognized for its vibrant, prolonged scarlet-red bloom. From early summer to early autumn, it produces an abundance of bright, slightly orange-red tubular flowers, highly attractive to hummingbirds and pollinators. Unlike several other honeysuckles, its fragrance is discreet, but its sustained flowering compensates with its visual intensity. Its dense, bluish-green foliage provides good coverage for trellises, pergolas, and fences. Lonicera × brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet' prefers full sun exposure and well-drained, slightly fertile soil. Very hardy and reliable in Nordic climates, it is an excellent choice for adding verticality and vivid color to residential landscaping.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorRed
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall decorative red berries in late season
Maximum height3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Maximum width2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-34°C
