Arnold Red Tatarian Honeysuckle – 20 Shrub Seeds Lonicera tatarica 'Arnold Red' Bring vibrant color and wildlife appeal to your landscape with Arnold Red Tatarian Honeysuckle, a fast-growing, large ornamental shrub known for its stunning floral display and adaptability. This deciduous, multi-stemmed shrub features masses of bright pink, tubular, two-lipped flowers with yellow anthers that bloom from May through July, drawing hummingbirds, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators. In summer, clusters of glossy red berries follow the blooms, providing ornamental interest and a food source for birds. The lush green foliage remains attractive throughout the season, although fall color is minimal. Mature Size Growth Habit: At maturity, Arnold Red reaches 10–12 feet tall with a similar spread. Its upright, vase-shaped habit becomes more arching and spreading as it matures. With proper care, this hardy shrub can thrive for up to 30 years. Why Choose Arnold Red Tatarian Honeysuckle? Fast-growing and long-lived Bright pink flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies Red summer berries attract songbirds Drought-tolerant and urban-pollution resistant Excellent for hedges, screens, mass plantings, windbreaks, or erosion control Quick Facts Hardiness Zones: 3–8 Growth Rate: Fast Height: 10–12 feet Spread: 5–10 feet Bloom Time: May–July Bloom Color: Bright pink Fruit: Red berries (mid to late summer) Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade Drought Tolerance: High Maintenance: Low Lifespan: ~30 years Soil Tolerance: Adapts to a wide range; prefers moist, loamy soils Urban Tolerance: High – thrives even in inner-city environments Growing Instructions (Lonicera tatarica 'Arnold Red' Seeds) 1. Scarify: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours 2. Stratify: Cold stratification for 30–90 days at 40F in a moist medium 3. Sow: Plant 1/16” deep in well-drained soil and keep moist Whether you're creating a flowering screen, stabilizing a slope, or building a pollinator-friendly garden, Arnold Red Tatarian Honeysuckle offers beauty, resilience, and ecological value all in one striking shrub.