LONICERA syringantha
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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
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Good to know
Wildlife-friendly -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids -
Place of origin
Western China, Tibet -
DeciduousLeaves, in threes, to 2.5cm (1in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Lilac pink -
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Oblong
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Ovate
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Height
1.8m (6ft) -
Spread
1.8m (6ft) -
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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Pruning group 2
Suitable 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.
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Scented flowersVery fragrant
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.8m (6ft)
1.8m (6ft)
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Lonicera (Shrubby) - Care Guide