Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle
Lonicera japonica 'Texas Scarlet'
Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle
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Meet Lonicera japonica 'Texas Scarlet,' a lively and twining vine adorned with tubular red flowers accented by charming yellow throats. This deciduous beauty boasts dark green foliage and graces the surroundings with its sweet fragrance. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it becomes a haven for hummingbirds, butterflies, and various pollinators, adding both visual and olfactory allure to your garden.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Fragrant.
Quick answers
How big does Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle get?
About 15-20' tall at maturity.
How much sun does Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle need?
Moderate water use.
Will Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Texas Scarlet Honeysuckle wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.