Design 
Residential
Commercial Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine
April 1, 2025
- Height/Width: 6–8' by 18–24”
- Habit/Form: Climbing
- Hardiness Zone: 4–8
- Exposure: Sunny to partially sunny
- Soil: Moist, well drained
Ornamental value and landscape use: If you like hummingbirds, you’ll love Major Wheeler honeysuckle vine. Hummingbirds are attracted to these tubular-shaped flowers. The hardy long blooms are met with a stunning color at the end. The orange-red flowers cover the plant from late spring through summer. This type of honeysuckle blooms on new and old wood. The plant is low-maintenance and provides a lot of privacy to a residence. It also makes a for a nice decorative trellis.
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