Lonicera Lemon Beauty

2-3 Litre Pot

• Position: Full sun, partial shade
• Soil: Well drained
• Growth rate: Average
• Flowering period: January – March
• Hardiness: H5
• Eventual height: 0.5 – 1m
• Eventual spread: 0.5 – 1m

Lonicera Lemon Beauty, also known as ‘Honeysuckle’, is a compact, dense, evergreen shrub that is native to China and Korea. This plant is prized for its attractive, glossy, lemon-scented foliage and its ability to provide year-round interest in the landscape. Small creamy white flowers on this honeysuckle are formed from mid to late Spring

This is a dense, compact shrub that typically grows to 1 metre tall and wide. It has a rounded, bushy form, and its leaves are small, oval-shaped, and yellow and green in colour. The plant’s foliage has a fresh, lemon-scented aroma that is especially pronounced when the leaves are crushed or brushed against. In addition to its attractive foliage, it is also valued for its ability to retain its attractive appearance throughout the year, making it a great choice for low-maintenance landscapes.

The Lonicera Lemon Beauty is an excellent choice for those looking to add some natural fragrance and year-round interest to their landscape. Its attractive, glossy foliage and its ability to retain its good looks throughout the year make it a standout addition to any garden. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, it is an easy-to-grow shrub that will provide many years of beauty and enjoyment.

How to care for your Lonicera Lemon Beauty

• Light and temperature: Lonicera Lemon Beauty prefers full sun to partial shade, and it can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9, making it suitable for a variety of climates.
• Soil: Lonicera Lemon Beauty prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but it prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0.
• Watering: Lonicera Lemon Beauty prefers consistently moist soil, but it can tolerate some drought once established. Water the plant deeply once or twice a week during the growing season, and reduce watering during the winter months.
• Fertilizing: Lonicera Lemon Beauty benefits from an application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring to promote healthy growth.
• Pruning: Lonicera Lemon Beauty requires regular pruning to maintain its shape and size. Prune the plant in late winter or early spring before new growth appears, and again in the summer after the plant has finished blooming. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches, and cut back the remaining branches to the desired length.
• Propagation: Lonicera Lemon Beauty can be propagated by taking softwood cuttings in the summer or semi-hardwood cuttings in the fall. You can also propagate the plant by layering, which involves bending a low-growing branch to the ground and covering it with soil to encourage rooting.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your Lonicera Lemon Beauty plant remains healthy and vibrant, providing you with beautiful blooms and attractive foliage throughout the growing season.