Cantaloupes can be identified by the characteristic system of ridges that encompass the outside of the rind and look almost as if the fruit is covered in a net. Look for cantaloupes with prominent, cream-colored ridges and select those that are free of bruising.
Several species of honeysuckle found in NY are characterized as invasive, including: Morrowâs honeysuckle (Lonicera morrowii), Tatarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica), Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii), and Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) .
Prune climbing honeysuckle after blooming to keep it in bounds and looking attractive. Climbing honeysuckle leaves can get ratty looking by midsummer, especially under hot dry conditions and from insect and disease attacks. Plant in part sun and keep the vine well watered to prevent the leaves from dying back.he vine twine so will need something to wrap around, such as a pole, post or wire. You can also grow climbing honeysuckle down a bank or rock wall, letting it cascade down the slope as well. It looks great as a backdrop to other tall perennials, such as peonies, coneflowers, and bee balm.