A perennial vine, native to the eastern United States. Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) with flowers that provide nectar to hungry Ruby-throated Hummingbirds. Bees and butterflies are attracted to the blooms as well. The Coral Honeysuckle is the host plant for Spring Azure Butterflies and Snowberry Clearwing Moths.

The berries of this Honeysuckle are eaten by many birds, including Quail, Robins, Goldfinches, Purple Finches, and Hermit Thrushes.

A lovely Honeysuckle, native and well behaved.

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