Lonicera crassifolia for a warm-summer climate?

I'm wondering whether Lonicera crassifolia can survive in the mid-Atlantic, with our warm, humid summers. Does anyone in a similar climate have experience with this plant?

I ask because I'm thinking about ordering Lonicera crassifolia for our chapter plant sale. We can get a good price from the wholesaler (Sunny Borders). On the other hand, the one plant I tried limped along and then died. Therefore, I want to be sure Lonicera crassfolia can do well in our climate before foisting it on the unsuspecting public.

Thanks for any info!

Janet