Thursday 11 February 2016

Lonicera nitida


  • Common Name - box honeysuckle
  • Botanical Name - Lonicera nitida
  • Family - Caprifoliaceae
  • Bud - opposite
  • Stem/Bark - multi-stem, brown
  • Leaf - simple, ovate shape, acuminate apex, entire margin
  • Flower - solitary flower, perfect, tubular, white, fragrant, April - June
  • Fruit - berry, true, violet, July - August
  • Habit - fastigiate
  • Form - climbing
  • Size - 1.3-2 m
  • Culture - full sun/part shade, well drained soil
  • Use - accent plant, attracts birds/butterflies, screening, spring interest

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