Lonicera × heckrottii ‘Goldflame’
Overview
Uses: pergolas, trellises, arbors, fences, railings, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens
Benefits: fragrant bicolor flowers, extended bloom period, strong climbing habit, adaptable growth, excellent pollinator attraction
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Mature Height: 10–15 ft.
Mature Width: 4–6 ft.
Bloom Season: Late spring through summer
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Showy pink buds open to creamy yellow flowers, filling the garden with color and sweet fragrance.
Lonicera × heckrottii ‘Goldflame’ is a classic ornamental honeysuckle prized for its long-lasting blooms and strong vertical presence. The flowers emerge deep rose-pink before maturing to soft yellow, creating a striking two-tone display across the vine.
This honeysuckle is a vigorous climber that quickly covers trellises, fences, and arbors while maintaining a refined appearance with light training. Its twining habit makes it especially effective for adding height, privacy, and seasonal interest to garden structures.
The foliage is medium green and deciduous, providing a clean backdrop for the vibrant flowers throughout the growing season.
‘Goldflame’ is highly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, making it a valuable addition to pollinator-friendly landscapes.
Care
Honeysuckle Vine ‘Goldflame’ Care
Plant in full sun for the best flowering and strongest growth. Partial sun is tolerated, though bloom production may be reduced in shadier locations.
Grow in well-drained soil and water regularly during establishment. Once established, this honeysuckle is moderately drought tolerant but performs best with consistent moisture during prolonged dry periods.
Light fertilization in spring can support healthy growth and flowering. Applying a slow release fertilizer is sufficient for most garden conditions.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or overcrowded stems and to control size. ‘Goldflame’ blooms on new growth, so annual pruning can help encourage a fuller plant and abundant flowering.
Space plants approximately 3–4 ft. apart when planting multiple vines.
Size
What Size is Honeysuckle Vine ‘Goldflame’ for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and are appropriately sized for their container at the time of shipment. If you have specific sizing or planting questions, please contact us.
How Large Does Honeysuckle Vine ‘Goldflame’ Grow?
At maturity, ‘Goldflame’ honeysuckle typically reaches 10–15 ft. tall with a spread of 4–6 ft., depending on growing conditions and support.
Additional Information
Is ‘Goldflame’ honeysuckle fragrant?
Yes. The tubular flowers are noticeably fragrant, especially in the evening and early morning.
Does ‘Goldflame’ attract pollinators?
The flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees throughout the bloom season.
Is ‘Goldflame’ honeysuckle invasive?
‘Goldflame’ is a hybrid honeysuckle grown for ornamental use and is not known for aggressive invasive behavior like some exotic honeysuckle species.
