Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'

Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler' is a vigorous native honeysuckle cultivar prized for its heavy bloom of bright red tubular flowers loved by hummingbirds. It is non invasive, mildew resistant, and blooms profusely from spring through summer with scattered fall rebloom. Height & Spread: 6 - 10 ft x 3 - 6 ft Bloom Time: Late spring to fall Light Requirements: Full sun to part sun Soil Preference: Well drained soil; tolerant of clay and sand Watering Needs: Moderate; once established, tolerates some drought Deer Resistance: Moderately deer resistant Native Status This cultivar is a selection of Lonicera sempervirens, a vine native to the southeastern United States and valued for its wildlife support and ornamental value. WILDLIFE & INSECTS Hummingbirds Extremely attractive to Ruby Throated Hummingbirds, which feed heavily on its red tubular blooms. Butterflies Visited by butterflies such as Eastern Tiger Swallowtail and Great Spangled Fritillary during peak bloom. Bees