French honeysuckle
Hedysarum coronarium
Overview
French honeysuckle (Hedysarum coronarium) is a unique climbing plant with vibrant yellow blooms. Growing up to 8 feet tall, it has bi-pinnate leaves and produces fragrant, tubular flowers. These flowers attract a variety of wildlife including bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. It is a drought-tolerant species that is hardy to USDA zones 3-9 and is low maintenance, requiring just an occasional pruning and fertilizing. French honeysuckle is an excellent addition to any garden, enhancing its beauty with its long, vining stems and bright, fragrant flowers.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-7.
Pruning
Best pruned in May, June, July.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Division
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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