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Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle
Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea'
Pronunciation: lon-ISS-er-a juh-PON-ih-kuh pur-PUR-ee-uh
SKU #05910
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Twining stems quickly climb 10 to 15 ft. tall, with support.
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| Description | Vigorous twining stems covered in dark green foliage with purple-tinted undersides and exotic, fragrant, purple-red and white bi-colored flowers that age to a creamy yellow. An excellent solution for a fast-growing screen on a fence or arbor. Left unsupported, it will create a dense, blanketing groundcover. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Ground Cover, Hillside |
| Design Ideas | This startling Honeysuckle offers unique coral-red flowers and slightly purple foliage that's most exotic, yet it is surprisingly hardy. Great sprawling vine for shade arbors, lattice and trellis. Fast growth covers outbuildings or unattractive utilities in no time. Makes a super bank or slope groundcover and it will cascade over retaining walls in a wave of rich color. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Aster (Aster); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias) |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Benefits from some shade in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in spring. Prune annually to control size. Space 5 ft. apart as groundcover. |
Details
| Description | Vigorous twining stems covered in dark green foliage with purple-tinted undersides and exotic, fragrant, purple-red and white bi-colored flowers that age to a creamy yellow. An excellent solution for a fast-growing screen on a fence or arbor. Left unsupported, it will create a dense, blanketing groundcover. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Privacy Screen, Ground Cover, Hillside |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | This startling Honeysuckle offers unique coral-red flowers and slightly purple foliage that's most exotic, yet it is surprisingly hardy. Great sprawling vine for shade arbors, lattice and trellis. Fast growth covers outbuildings or unattractive utilities in no time. Makes a super bank or slope groundcover and it will cascade over retaining walls in a wave of rich color. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Aster (Aster); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Benefits from some shade in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in spring. Prune annually to control size. Space 5 ft. apart as groundcover. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle produce flowers?
Summer
Is Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle evergreen or deciduous?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle is Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Ornamental Berries, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle grow?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle grows in an Climbing habit.
Where can I use Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle in my landscape?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle is suitable for: Privacy Screen, Ground Cover, Hillside.
How can I use Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle in my garden design?
This startling Honeysuckle offers unique coral-red flowers and slightly purple foliage that's most exotic, yet it is surprisingly hardy. Great sprawling vine for shade arbors, lattice and trellis. Fast growth covers outbuildings or unattractive utilities in no time. Makes a super bank or slope groundcover and it will cascade over retaining walls in a wave of rich color.
What color are Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle flowers?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle?
Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle?
Good companion plants for Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle include: Coneflower (Echinacea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Aster (Aster); Bee Balm (Monarda); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias).
How do I care for Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle?
Easily grown in average, well-drained soils. Benefits from some shade in hot summer regions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Apply fertilizer in spring. Prune annually to control size. Space 5 ft. apart as groundcover.
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