Advice please plants that can grow honeysuckle size needed

Hi Clair, so I take it we're talking about Hardy Perennials and that your border is against a fence or wall? There are many Hardy Perennials that might fit your wants, but it is always about personal choice so one persons choice is not always the same as another persons (ask your Husband about that!!). Some plants fit better in the middle of the border because of their height and other fit more to the front, but it all depends on what you like.
Phox is well worth considering as there are quite a few different colours and varieties. My borders are almost entirely Hardy Perennials which seem quite happy to grow, flower, die off in the Winter and then reappear again the following year. It might pay you to go online and do some research to decide what kinds of plants you want which might just change your views on your future plans for your garden.
But, I am sure, that the rest of the GC Gang will be along to offer the benefits of their experience and knowledge giving you more ideas.