boxleaf honeysuckle
Lonicera nitida 'Red Tips'
Overview
Boxleaf honeysuckle is a beautiful evergreen shrub known for its deep green, glossy leaves and vibrant red flowers. This species is often used as a hedge in formal gardens, as it is easy to maintain and offers year-round structure, form, and colour. In late spring, it produces clusters of star-shaped, reddish-pink flowers. These are followed by small, cone-shaped, yellow-orange berries in the autumn months. A hardy and evergreen variety, the boxleaf honeysuckle can be pruned to maintain its size and shape. With its bold colours and bright foliage, it's sure to add life and beauty to any outdoor space.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun, Part sun/part shade.
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 6-6.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, February, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Hardwood Cuttings, Layering Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Dieback, Scale insects.
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