Honeysuckle flowers. (2nd of 4 images). Close- up of the flowers of a honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) immediately before they burst open. Honeysuckle, also known as woodbine, is a climbing plant common to woods and scrubland. The flowers bloom between June and October, and it's a popular garden plant due to their sweet smell. See photos B760/339-342 for the development of the flowers.