Scentsation Honeysuckle
Lonicera periclymenum 'Scentsation' PP #16,240
SKU
08636
Simply scentsational, this is possibly the most fragrant Honeysuckle of all! Exceptionally prolific, free flowering with showy, bright yellow blooms followed by bright red berries. Birds and butterflies will adore. Twining stems quickly cover a trellis or fence, blooming in waves from spring to late summer or longer. Unsupported, makes an excellent, easy-care ground cover.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | luh-NIS-er-a per-ee-KLY-men-um |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast growing, twining stems 10 to 12 ft. long, spreading 5 ft. wide or more. |
| Bloom Time | Mid Spring to Late Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Poolside, Privacy Screen, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
| Key Feature | Fragrant Flowers |
Provide average, evenly moist, well drained garden loam. Tolerates light shade in hot summer climates. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a slow-release, general purpose fertilizer in spring; repeat after first bloom flush. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor. Pruning is not necessary except to maintain desired size.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4 - 9
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