Honeysuckle, Sempervirens sulphurea (John Clayton) - Plant

Honeysuckle, Sempervirens sulphurea (John Clayton) is a vigorous, deciduous, twining vine. Lonicera sempervirens is the scientific name. This is a twining vine that needs a support structure upon which to grow unless allowed to sprawl as a ground cover. Large, mildly fragrant, narrow, trumpet-shaped flowers are yellow-flowered variety. Oval, bluish-green leaves are glaucous beneath. It shows tendency to re-bloom.

Plant Specifications

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

• Common Name: Trumpet honeysuckle, Lonicera sempervirens f. sulphurea John Clayton
• Maximum Reachable Height: Up to 12 feet
• Flower Colour: Pale yellow
• Bloom Time: May to June (sporadic additional bloom until fall)
• Difficulty Level: Easy to grow

Planting and care

Prune as needed immediately after flowering. Watch for powdery mildew, aphids, and leaf spots. Arrange and tie the stems onto the support. Water in well and keep well watered during the first year.

Honeysuckle care

It can be planted at any time of year as long as the ground is not frozen or waterlogged. It grows best in humus, organically rich soils with good drainage. Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun.

• Sunlight: Full sun. It can tolerate partial shade.
• Watering: Medium
• Soil: Average, medium moisture, well-drained soil
• Temperature: 18 to 30 degrees C
• Fertilizer: Use any organic fertilizer.

Honeysuckle special feature
Flowers. It attracts Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies.
Honeysuckle uses

• Ornamental Use: It is an excellent vine for trellises, arbors and fences