How to prune lonicera x heckrottii

Late winter to early spring before new growth begins; deadheading throughout summer. In late winter, cut the oldest stems back to a low lateral or to the base. Shorten remaining stems by up to one-third. Deadhead regularly during the growing season to prompt repeat flowering.

Annually in late winter; deadheading as needed through summer and autumn. Lonicera x heckrottii (goldflame honeysuckle) is a well-behaved hybrid climber that blooms repeatedly from summer into autumn on current-season shoots. Prune in late winter to remove old and weak stems and encourage the vigorous new growth that carries the best flower display. Deadhead through the season for continuous bloom.

In late winter, cut the oldest stems back to a low lateral or to the base. Shorten remaining stems by up to one-third. Deadhead regularly during the growing season to prompt repeat flowering.