Lonicera involucrata

Also called Bearberry Honeysuckle

Small yellow flowers appear with the leaves
Black berries are encased in small red bracts in the spring
Medium green glossy leaves
Upright, rounded, vase-shaped
Bloom Time: June to July

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
White

HEIGHT:
250-300 cm

SPREAD:
200-250 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

This plant will tolerate many types of soil, rocky or dry, but not moist, low areas. It grows best in full sun, however, it will tolerate some light shade.

Additional Notes about Black Twinberry:

Native to Ontario

Larval host for several native moths, including The Polyphemous Moth. Significant nectar source for hummingbirds, moths, and butterflies including the colourful Western Tiger Swallowtail. The berries are enjoyed by midsized birds and large and small mammals.