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Lonicera 'Mandarin'
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Lonicera 'Mandarin'

Lonicera 'Mandarin'

$28.95

Lonicera 'Mandarin' is a vigorous twining honeysuckle vine known for its tubular orange red flowers that bloom through late spring into summer. Its fast climbing habit and vivid blooms make it a standout for trellises, fences, and vertical garden structures while providing strong seasonal color and wildlife value.

Height & Spread: 8 - 12 ft x 3 - 6 ft

Bloom Time: Late spring to summer

Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Average well drained soil

Watering Needs: Moderate; more consistent moisture supports best flowering

Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant

Native Status

This is a cultivated honeysuckle selection derived from North American native parentage. It is grown primarily for ornamental value and enhanced flower display in garden settings.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Hummingbirds

  • Highly attractive to hummingbirds which feed on the tubular nectar rich flowers throughout the blooming period.

Butterflies

  • Draws a steady flow of butterflies including Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which are attracted to its bright nectar rich blooms.

Bees

  • Visited frequently by native bees and bumblebees which forage for nectar from the tubular flowers.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

  • Space 6 - 10 ft apart when planting multiple vines to allow full climbing development and airflow.

Landscape Placement

  • Best used on trellises, fences, arbors, and pergolas where its climbing habit and bright blooms can be fully displayed.

Companion Plants

  • Clematis 'Jackmanii' (Clematis) - Pairs well as a climbing companion to extend seasonal color across vertical structures.
  • Rosa 'New Dawn' (Climbing Rose) - Adds soft romantic blooms that contrast with the bright tubular flowers.
  • Salvia greggii (Autumn Sage) - Provides continuous nectar support for hummingbirds and pollinators at the base.
  • Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender) - Offers aromatic foliage and complementary pollinator value in sunny borders.
  • Hydrangea paniculata (Panicle Hydrangea) - Grounds the planting with bold summer blooms below the climbing vine structure.

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