Lonicera purpusii - 30-40 CM C2

Description
These produce red, round fruits. They exude a strong fragrance.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit jewellery * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * strongly scented flowers * easy to care for

Bark
Brown, striped, torn bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Winter honeysuckle is dense and branched in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in partial shade.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The creamy white, lip-shaped flowers appear from December to March. They grow to about 3 - 4 cm and are strongly scented.

fruit
The red, round fruits of Lonicera purpusii are particularly decorative.

Use
Façade, bee pasture, bird food plant