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Hairy Honeysuckle · Lonicera hispidula

chaparral honeysuckle
Lonicera hispidula ©Ellen Mast

Description: evergreen vine with small pink flowers enjoyed by hummingbirds. Foliage turns bronzy purple in winter. Hairy honeysuckle also works well as both a groundcover and vine (with support). Sun/part sun, drought tolerant once established, well-drained soil.