I'm interested in the observations of anyone who has grown this orange flowered honeysuckle. Does it do well here in Florida? Does it seem robust? Any particular disease problems? Etc.

I do have the regular coral honeysuckle in two different locations and it is totally satisfactory. It's robust, blooms probably 9 months of the year, is evergreen and has been disease free.

Three years ago I added "John Clayton" (purchased from a reputable nursery); it's been a disappointment. I expected a yellow version of the coral. Well, it is yellow. Vine growth has been fine - branches cover the trellis. Flowering is not a problem. BUT...the foliage is sparse. So when viewing it, one sees a lot of branches with yellow flowers at the end and a few leaves here and there.

Consequently, I'd like to give that real estate to another vine and this prompts my query about "Mandarin".