About
A semi-evergreen shrub of scandent habit, with ovate leaves white-hairy beneath, and perfumed tubular-funnel-shaped white flowers 5-6cm in length, ageing to yellow, in early autumn, followed by black berries.
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
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeClimber Wall Shrub
HabitClimbing
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height4-8 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCoastal
Native toW China
FragranceFlower
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationIdeal for a mild garden this honeysuckle needs to be frost-free. Grow in full sun in any moist but well-drained soil
PruningPruning group 11 in early spring
PropagationPropagate by layering, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to honeysuckle aphids, Thrips and glasshouse whitefly
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to powdery mildews, fungal leaf spot, silver leaf and honey fungus (rarely)