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Lonicera 'Lemon Zest'
Also Known As
- Lemon Zest Variegated Honeysuckle
Plant type
vine
size
- H: 20'
- W: 10'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Lonicera 'Lemon Zest' plant details
Lonicera 'Lemon Zest' is a broadleaf deciduous vine with gold and green foliage. In spring and summer cream, pink and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera 'Lemon Zest'
- Plant type: vine
- Plant family: caprifoliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous gold and green
- Mature size: 10 FT wide, 20 FT tall
- Flowers: cream, pink and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera 'Lemon Zest'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Lonicera 'Lemon Zest'
Gardening facts about Lonicera 'Lemon Zest' plant
How to Grow Lonicera 'Lemon Zest'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- pink
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- red
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
3a-9a
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 5'-6'
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 5'-6'
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