Lonicera involucrata, Twinberry

An interesting native shrub that grows along streams and other moist places. The tubular, red-and-yellow flowers are borne in pairs on bright red bracts and are hummingbird favorites. Two black shiny fruits follow the flower and are very showy set against the red bracts, making them attractive to birds. Reaches 6–10 ft. tall and wide, this neatly branched shrub loses its leaves in the winter. A great addition to the habitat garden in full sun to light shade with regular to occasional deep summer water. Needs afternoon shade in hot, inland areas. Deer resistant.