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LONICERA syringantha
Commonly known as Honeysuckle
SHRUBBY HONEYSUCKLES
Long ovate grey-green leaves paired or in threes with highly fragrant tubular lilac-pink flowers. A rare and unusual species well worth its place
Further Reading....
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DeciduousLeaves, in threes, to 2.5cm (1in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Lilac pink
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Height1.8m (6ft)
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Spread1.8m (6ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightGraceful, rounded shrub. Produces 5-lobed flowers to 1cm (½in) across in pairs from the leaf axils, followed by red berries
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
LONICERA syringantha
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Good to knowWildlife-friendlyPests & DiseasesAphidsPlace of originWestern China, Tibet
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeOblong
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Pruning groupPruning group 2Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
RHS groups 2 & 3 -
Scented PlantsScented flowersVery fragrant
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyBird friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Lonicera (Shrubby) - Care Guide
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