Lonicera nitida
Box Honeysuckle
Description
This plant is a strange cross between an upright shrub and vine which is typical for the Lonicera tribe. This variety has spectacular white, red and pink multi-colored flowers that bloom in spring into summer. It is a a show stopper.
Plant Type
Broadleaf Evergreen, Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Red
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Fall
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.