Reviewed plant profile

Trumpet Honeysuckle

Lonicera sempervirens · Caprifoliaceae

A native twining vine with tubular flowers and later berries, useful where its native range and site requirements are confirmed.

Bloom and fruit

Bloom: Spring into summer; repeat bloom varies

Fruit/seed: Red berries later in the season

Growing conditions

Sun: Full sun to part shade

Water: Average, well-drained soil

Zones: Commonly grown in zones 4–9

Native-range check

Eastern and south-central United States

Verify local status and invasive restrictions before planting.

Bird relationships

Frequently asked questions

Is Trumpet Honeysuckle native where I live?

Its documented native range is Eastern and south-central United States. Confirm county-level status with USDA PLANTS or a local native plant authority.

What birds can Trumpet Honeysuckle support?

The reviewed relationships on this site include ruby throated hummingbird, american robin; actual use varies by region and season.

Verify this plant in USDA PLANTS ↗