Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' — Climbing, Shrubby

Overview

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' is a climbing, shrubby climber wall shrub in the genus Lonicera, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbers, shrubs, hedging, topiary, cottage gardens and wildlife gardens.

About

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' is a cultivar of Lonicera, a genus that includes both deciduous and evergreen shrubs and climbers with twining stems. This plant exhibits a climbing, shrubby habit and can be deciduous, evergreen, or semi-evergreen. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for use as a climber, shrub, hedging, or in cottage and wildlife gardens, offering interest in spring and summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Lonicera

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing, Shrubby
Foliage: Deciduous, Evergreen, Semi-evergreen
Suggested uses: Climbers, Shrubs, Hedging, Topiary, Cottage gardens, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen'

Propagation: Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings, Leaf-bud cuttings, Hardwood cuttings
Pest resistance: Honeysuckle aphids, Thrips, Glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews, Fungal leaf spot, Silver leaf, Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen'?

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' need?

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' hardy in the UK?

Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis 'Silver Queen'?

Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings, Leaf-bud cuttings, Hardwood cuttings.

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