Overview
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' is a plant with a climbing or shrubby habit in the genus Lonicera, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous or evergreen, opposite, simple oval leaves foliage. Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' 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 for trellises, walls, fences; shrubs for borders, hedging and ground covers.
About
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' is a climbing or shrubby member of the Caprifoliaceae, suited to trellises, walls and mixed borders. Leaves are opposite, simple and oval, and plants may behave as either deciduous or evergreen. Flowering takes place from May to August. It establishes on a range of soils when kept moist but well drained.
About the genus
Honeysuckles are arching shrubs or twining vines in the genus Lonicera of the family Caprifoliaceae. The genus includes 158 species native to northern latitudes in North America, Eurasia, and North Africa.
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In the garden
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' is a member of the Caprifoliaceae with a climbing or shrubby habit, commonly used where a twining plant or an informal shrub is required. Leaves are opposite, simple and oval; plants may be deciduous or retain foliage through milder winters. Expect flowering in the UK from May to August. Place it in full sun or partial shade and ensure soil stays moist but drains freely; it will tolerate chalk, clay, loam or sand and a wide soil pH from acid to alkaline. It suits both exposed and sheltered sites and can be sited on south-, east-, north- or west-facing aspects. H5 hardiness means it is classed as hardy for typical UK winters without special protection. Use as a twining climber trained over trellis, fence or wall, or allow it to form a multi-stem shrub for borders, hedging or ground cover. When grown as a climber, provide a stout support and allow shoots to scramble so the flower clusters sit at shoot tips. As a shrub, keep an eye on its size and prune to shape after flowering if required; the show of flowers between May and August is most effective where shoots are allowed to trail across a support.
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
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Climbing or shrubby
- Foliage
- Deciduous or evergreen, opposite, simple oval leaves
- Suggested uses
- Climbers for trellises, walls, fences; shrubs for borders, hedging, ground covers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, greenwood cuttings in summer, hardwood cuttings in autumn, seed sowing in cold frame
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, leaf roller, scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, leaf spots, blights
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream'?
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' need?
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' 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 periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' hardy in the UK?
Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream' 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 periclymenum 'Assynt Cream'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, greenwood cuttings in summer, hardwood cuttings in autumn, seed sowing in cold frame.
