Hairy Honeysuckle
Lonicera hirsuta
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
72"–120" H × 36"–72" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul
Native to
MA, MI, MN, NY and 3 more states
Pollinators
hummingbirds, bees, butterflies
Hairy honeysuckle is a native climbing vine that produces tubular orange-red flowers in summer. This deciduous vine can reach 6-10 feet tall and provides good coverage for trellises, fences, or arbors. Unlike invasive honeysuckle species, this native variety supports local wildlife while maintaining a manageable growth habit.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hairy Honeysuckle is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- Requires support structure like trellis or fence
- Can look sparse when leafless in winter
- May need annual pruning to control spread
Wildlife value
The tubular flowers are particularly attractive to hummingbirds and also support bees and butterflies. The vine provides nesting sites and cover for small birds.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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