Orange Honeysuckle Photo Credit 2 (leaves of

Photo Credit 2 (leaves of branches): © Jacy Chen

overall plant is a caterpillar host plant and larval food source for around 50 species of native moths and butterflies

and woodpeckers

the more moisture it will appreciate

full to part-shade sites

Orange Honeysuckle Photo Credit 2 (leaves ofLonicera ciliosa Orange honeysuckle is one of the very few species of native northwest vines. Its one of the most potent hummingbird attractants, with its lightly fragrant, tangerine toned, trumpet shaped flowers. And, as the name suggests, it is also favored by children who have adored sucking the sweet nectar from the base of the flowers for longer than anyone could possibly know. Beyond hummingbirds, the flowers will entice a plethora of insect