The silvery-blue leaves are smooth with waxy undersides and paired on the stems and often joined to each other at their bases. The overall effect is much like that of juvenile eucalyptus foliage. The light yellow flower clusters appear in late spring and are quite exotic and showy. The bright red fruits appear in summer and are eagerly consumed by birds. Native to the eastern U.S.
Product Description
LONICERA dioica – Smooth Leaved Honeysuckle
The silvery-blue leaves are smooth with waxy undersides and paired on the stems and often joined to each other at their bases. The overall effect is much like that of juvenile eucalyptus foliage. The light yellow flower clusters appear in late spring and are quite exotic and showy. The bright red fruits appear in summer and are eagerly consumed by birds. Native to the eastern U.S.
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Soil: Loam, Sand
Size: Height: Varies, Spread: Varies
Zone: 4
Flower: Light Yellow
Bloom Time: Late Spring
Attributes: Attracts Birds, Attracts Hummingbirds, Native, Showy, Wildlife Food Source