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Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle by RedCrocus- Vibrant Red-Orange Clusters, Fragrant, Pollinator-Attracting, Container & Garden Plant, Deciduous, Well-Drained Soil 3 Gallon

Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle by RedCrocus- Vibrant Red-Orange Clusters, Fragrant, Pollinator-Attracting, Container & Garden Plant, Deciduous, Well-Drained Soil 3 Gallon

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Dropmore Scarlet' Honeysuckle Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'

Description

A vigorous deciduous shrub noted for its vibrant scarlet flowers and aromatic foliage. It features ovate green leaves and clusters of tubular, red-orange blossoms that attract hummingbirds and pollinators. The plant reaches a height of 10-15 feet with a spreading habit, making it ideal for privacy screens and hedges.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for hedges, trellises, and garden borders. Its eye-catching flowers also make it suitable as a backdrop or focal point in landscape design. Ideal for attracting pollinators to your garden.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Dropmore Scarlet' Honeysuckle Lonicera x brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'
  • Common Name: Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle
  • Size & Growth: 10-15 ft tall, spreading habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, with proper support
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Mildly Toxic to Pets
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Other Shrubs and Ornamental Grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for optimal flowering. Space plants 3-4 feet apart.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during first year
  • Soil Type: Prefers loamy, fertile soil
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth
  • Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery
  • Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care: Provide support for climbing varieties; minimal disturbance required once established
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