Shrubby Honeysuckle 'Coral Star'

Shrub Honeysuckle 'Coral Star' (Lonicera ‘Coral Star’). Lonicera × brownii 'Coral Star', known as 'Coral Star' climbing honeysuckle, is a vigorous ornamental vine highly prized for its bright and long-lasting blooms. This variety produces long, flexible stems that easily entwine around trellises, pergolas, and fences, quickly creating a dense and decorative green screen. From early summer to early autumn, it is covered in an abundance of tubular, coral-orange-red flowers with yellow centers, whose elongated shape particularly attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.

To plant 'Coral Star' shrub honeysuckle, choose a suitable exposure: sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is neutral to slightly acidic, well-drained. Water the root ball before planting it in the ground and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the collar clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the soil's richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work with.

Allow a width of 2 m (6 ft) to arrange this plant's place in the garden. The indicated height of 4 m (13 ft) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Potted roots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.