Overview
Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' is a shrub in the genus Lonicera, part of the Caprifoliaceae family. Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include hedging and borders. It is native to hybrid of Chinese species.
About
Lonicera × purpusii, the Purpus honeysuckle, is a hybrid species of flowering plant in the family Caprifoliaceae. It originated as a cross of garden origin between two Chinese species, L.
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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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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lonicera
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Suggested uses
- hedging, borders
- Native to
- hybrid of Chinese species
- Fragrance
- strong, sweet
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty'
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered position; tolerates urban conditions; prune after flowering to maintain shape.
- Pruning
- Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
- Propagation
- semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty'?
Prefers sheltered position; tolerates urban conditions; prune after flowering to maintain shape.
Where is the best place to plant Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty'?
Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' need?
Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty'?
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' hardy in the UK?
Lonicera purpusii 'Winter Beauty' 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 purpusii 'Winter Beauty'?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
More in the Lonicera genus
- Lonicera caerulea 'Altaj' (F)Honeyberry
- Lonicera caprifolium 'Inga'Italian Woodbine
- Lonicera periclymenum 'Assynt Cream'Honeysuckle
