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LONICERA nitida
Commonly known as Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
SHRUBBY HONEYSUCKLES
Small, glossy, neat foliage good for hedging
Further Reading....
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EvergreenPaired leaves to 1cm (½in) long.
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White -
Height3.5m (11ft) -
Spread3m (10ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedgingSuitable for a coastal hedge if some protection given from direct sea-winds
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightBushy shrub. Flowers are produced in pairs from the leaf axils. Flowers are 1cm (½in) long and are followed by glossy blue-purple berries.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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) -
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Partial shade
LONICERA nitida
- Details
- Mature Size
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- Goes Well With
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesAphids.
Place of originSouthwestern China. -
Flower ShapeTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCoastal / windsweptSlightly back from the sea with more shelterCottage gardenTown garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Entire(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning 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.
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Hedging - Box Alternatives
- What are the Alternatives to Box Hedging?
- Laurel hedging - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Camellias for large hedges - Video Tip ondemand_video
Lonicera (Shrubby) - Care Guide
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Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
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Buy Varieties of LONICERA nitida
SHRUBBY HONEYSUCKLES
LONICERA nitida 'Baggesen's Gold'
Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
bright golden yellow form
Gift-wrapping available
individually £10.50 each , 10+ £9.00 each
LONICERA nitida 'Lemon Beauty'
Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
spreading habit with lemon-gold and dark green leaves
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
LONICERA nitida 'Red Tips'
Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
reddish-purple new growth
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
LONICERA nitida 'Silver Beauty'
Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
quick growing sport with distinct silver variegation
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
LONICERA nitida 'Tidy Tips'
Bush honeysuckle, Poor man's box
a useful hedging or edging plant with tiny leaves and a rounded habit
Gift-wrapping available
individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each
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