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LONICERA elisae
Commonly known as Honeysuckle
SHRUBBY HONEYSUCKLES
Blue underside to the leaves and slender, fragrant, primrose-yellow tinged pink flowers with a funnel shape. A Roy Lancaster introduction
£25.00 each
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Good to know
Syn. L. infundibulum var. rockii -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids -
Place of origin
China -
DeciduousLeaves to 8cm (3in) long, roughly hairy
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Yellow
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Tubular
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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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Obovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightLong, funnel-shaped, flared flowers emerge before the leaves
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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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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowersSubtle scent
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
Shelter from cold, drying winds -
Partial shade
Or light, dappled shade -
Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
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