Lonicera Periclymenum Serotina

2-3 Litre Pot

• RHS Award of Garden Merit
• Position: Full sun, partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well drained
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Flowering Period: July – October
• Hardiness: H6
• Eventual Height: 6 – 8m
• Eventual Spread: 1 – 1.5m

Lonicera Serotina, also known as ‘Late Dutch Honeysuckle’ and holder of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, is a twining climber that is native to Asia and Europe. This plant is prized for its fragrant, late-blooming flowers and its ability to provide colour and interest in the landscape during the Summer and Autumn months. This is a hardy, fast-growing climber that is easy to care for, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels.

Lonicera Serotina is a vigorous climber that can reach heights of up to 8 metres or more, making it an excellent choice for adding height and interest to the landscape. Its leaves are oval-shaped and bright green in colour, and its fragrant, tubular flowers are a brilliant shade of deep red-purple outside and yellow within that bloom in the late Summer and Autumn, providing a welcome pop of colour and fragrance in the garden during the later growing season.

Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, Lonicera Serotina is an easy-to-grow climber that will provide many years of beauty and enjoyment.

How to care for your Lonicera Serotina

• Planting: Prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sunlight or partial shade. Plant it in an area that receives at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Make sure to add compost or other organic matter to the soil to improve its fertility and drainage.
• Watering: Water the plant regularly, especially during dry spells. It is important to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid watering the plant from above, as wet foliage can promote the growth of fungal diseases.
• Pruning: Prune in early Spring before new growth begins. Cut back any dead, damaged or diseased wood, and remove any weak or crossing branches to encourage new growth. You can also prune the plant after flowering to shape it and control its size.
• Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early Spring and again in early Summer. Follow the instructions on the fertiliser package for the correct application rate.
• Support: It is a climbing vine that requires support as it grows. You can train it to climb up a trellis, fence, or wall. Make sure to tie the stems loosely to the support with twine or plant ties.

By following these tips, you can help your Lonicera Serotina thrive and produce beautiful fragrant flowers for years to come.