Goldflame honeysuckle (Lonicera heckrottii)
Care, watering, light and tips for Goldflame honeysuckle on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Goldflame honeysuckle
Lonicera heckrottii, known as Heckrott's Honeysuckle, is a vigorous, semi-evergreen hybrid producing masses of bicolored, tubular flowers in shades of pink and yellow, with a sweet and intoxicating fragrance. Its blue-green foliage perfectly complements its blooms, which attract pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies. It's ideal for covering pergolas, fences, or trellises, bringing beauty and scent to the garden for much of the summer.
Native range
Garden hybrid (not native)
Care tips
It prefers full sun to partial shade, where its roots stay cool and its flowers receive ample light. Watering should be regular, especially during dry periods and in its first year, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. It adapts to a wide range of soils, provided they are well-drained and rich in organic matter. A common mistake is not providing adequate support for its climbing habit, which can limit its growth and flowering.
How to save a dying Goldflame honeysuckle
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or browning, wilted leaves with dry tips. Lack of flowering.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade if in full sun. Check watering: if dry, water deeply; if waterlogged, drain and improve soil.
- What kills it
- Excessive direct sun in hot climates, constant waterlogging, or complete lack of water in dry periods. Over-pruning.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's resilient. Act quickly by adjusting watering, sun exposure, and providing nutrients if needed.