Black Twinberry (Lonicera involucrata)
Available as a 18-24 inch potted plant
This native deciduous shrub has paired, tubular yellow flowers and shiny, black berries that grow in pairs, each surrounded by reddish or purplish bracts that resemble a "little red nest". It is a native plant of western North America, found in wet areas such as forest openings, wetlands, bogs, and streambanks, thriving in partial to full shade. It is also an attractive addition to wildlife gardens and hedgerows. Typically grows 6 to 12 feet tall.
Black twinberry provides a nectar source for hummingbirds and butterflies. The berries are eaten by a variety of wildlife, including bears, small mammals, and game birds. The plant is also used for erosion control on streambanks and in wet areas. The berries are generally considered unpleasantly bitter and can be mildly toxic if consumed raw, so human consumption is not advised.
The shrub's native range extends from Alaska down through the western United States to Mexico, and east to the Rocky Mountain states and parts of Canada and the Great Lakes region. USDA Zones 4-10
Free Shipping to most locations. We cannot ship to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote without a freight surcharge.
Plants comes with detailed planting, growing and care instructions...and you can call or email if you have additional questions.
We ship to all states. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at Checkout.
If your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout.
All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. If plants are damaged in shipping, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem.
All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem.
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