About
A dense, spreading, evergreen shrub to around 1,5m tall and wide. Tiny, cream spring flowers may be followed by purple berries. Long, arching shoots are covered with small, ovate, golden-yellow leaves that turn yellow-green in autumn.
About the genus
Lonicera can be deciduous and evergreen shrubs, or climbers with twining stems. The tubular or two-lipped flowers, often very fragrant, are followed by red or black berries
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
PruningIf grown as hedging or for topiary, clip any time from spring to autumn; otherwise Pruning group 2
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings from late spring to late summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease free