Honeysuckle typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
honeysuckle
Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis
Honeysuckle (Lonicera ligustrina var. Yunnanensis) is a vigorous flowering shrub with glossy dark green foliage and fragrant white flowers. In late spring to early summer, clusters of highly attractive flowers bloom in clusters of up to 3, and each flower has a yellow centre surrounded by a three-lobed white petal. A particularly hardy variety, Yunnanensis is known for its tolerance of a range of soils and its ability to withstand temperatures as low as -20°C. Its sweet-smelling flowers are beloved by bees and hummingbirds, and its fruits are adored by songbirds such as blue tits and blackcaps.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
7 - 9
Flowers:
Creamy white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
yellow,orange Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Honeysuckle (Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis) should be watered about 1 inch every week, when the top 2 inches of soil feels dry to the touch. Water thoroughly so that the soil is evenly moist, allowing the water to run through the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Allow the water to completely drain before placing the plant back in its spot. If the plant is outdoors, check it for water at least twice a week during hot, dry periods.
sunlight
Honeysuckle (Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis) requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to thrive. The best time to plant and grow this species of honeysuckle is in the spring, when sunlight hours are plentiful and temperatures are the ideal range for this particular plant. Full sun locations that receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day are ideal for this plant species. In addition, afternoon shade in the summer can help to protect honeysuckle from heat damage and protect it from becoming dry and stressed.
pruning
Honeysuckle should be pruned on an annual basis in late winter. To properly care for honeysuckle, you should remove any dead or diseased stems, thin out any overcrowded plants, and prune back individual stems to approximately 1-third their previous size. Pruning should be done before new growth begins in late winter for best results. This will help ensure vigorous new growth and flowering in the spring and summer seasons.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Honeysuckle typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Lonicera ligustrina var. yunnanensis is usually in July and August.
