Lonicera aka Honeysuckle

Lonicera, commonly known as honeysuckles, are arching shrubs or twining vines in the family Caprifoliaceae. They are native to northern latitudes in North America and Eurasia, with approximately 180 identified species in both continents. Some well-known species include Lonicera periclymenum, Lonicera japonica, and Lonicera sempervirens. Honeysuckles are often cultivated as ornamental garden plants due to their colorful and fragrant flowers. They attract hummingbirds, especially Lonicera sempervirens and Lonicera ciliosa. The name "honeysuckle" comes from the sweet nectar found in their tubular flowers. These plants were named after Adam Lonicer, a Renaissance botanist. Honeysuckles can be compact deciduous climbers with dark green leaves and apricot-pink tubular flowers. They bloom from midsummer to early autumn and may produce red berries. They are valued for their ability to cover walls and outbuildings, their profuse flowering in early summer, and their intense fragrance. Most Lonicera species are hardy twining climbers, although some have a shrubby habit. The leaves are opposite and oval, with some being evergreen. The flowers are bilaterally symmetrical and often have a sweet scent, producing edible nectar. Honeysuckles are a beloved addition to gardens and landscapes, but some species, like Lonicera japonica, are invasive pests in certain regions.