Twinberry Honeysuckle

These are behind Holly's house by culvert. 

Twinberry honeysuckle is a long-lived deciduous shrub which grows up to 10 feet in height. Leaves are bright green, elliptical, and paired opposite each other on the stem. Flowering occurs in June-July. Small, tubular yellow flowers grow in pairs surrounded by two leafy bracts. The bracts turn from green to a striking dark red in late summer as fruits ripen. The name involucrata refers to these bracts, which are collectively called an “involucre”. The paired black berries are about one-third inch in diameter and are unpleasantly bitter tasting. 

How to Root Honeysuckle Cuttings in Water:
1. Choose Cuttings:.

Select healthy, pest-free stems from the honeysuckle plant.
2. Cut the Stems:.

Use sharp, sterilized scissors or pruners to make a clean cut just below a node.
Angle the cut to increase surface area. 

3. Prepare the Cuttings:.

Remove lower leaves to prevent rot, leaving a couple at the top for photosynthesis. 

4. Water Propagation:

Place the cuttings in a container with fresh water, making sure the cut end is submerged. 

5. Maintain Water Quality:

Change the water regularly (e.g., every week) to prevent stagnant conditions and promote healthy root development.
6. Monitor for Roots:.

As roots develop, you can gradually transition the cuttings into soil or other suitable planting media.

 

Important Considerations:

Root Development: It may take a few weeks or even months for roots to develop. 

Transplant Shock: Cuttings rooted in water may be more susceptible to transplant shock when moved to soil, so gradually acclimate them to soil conditions.