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LONICERA involucrata
Commonly known as Twinberry
SHRUBBY HONEYSUCKLES
Small red-tinted yellow flowers with green bracts later becoming red.
£18.50
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BerriesThese plants have berries.
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Wester North America, Mexico -
DeciduousPaired, ovate to oblong, or lance-shaped, bright, mid-green leaves to 12cm (4¾in) long
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Red
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Yellow
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Tubular
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightDense, bushy shrub. Flowers, 1cm (½in) long each with 5 short lobes, are produced in pairs from the leaf axils surrounded by bracts, followed by glossy black 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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
3m (10ft)
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