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Lonicera x purpusii

Also Known As

Lonicera purpusii
Shrubby Honeysuckle
Winter Honeysuckle

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Lonicera x purpusii plant details

Lonicera x purpusii is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In winter white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lonicera x purpusii

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: caprifoliaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in winter
Uses: fragrant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lonicera x purpusii

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Any plant which produces flowers during a bleak winter is more than appreciated, but especially one that produces fragrant flowers!, as this 4-6' shrub does in Jan-Feb; (L. fragrantissima x L. standishii). S/M

By: Forestfarm

Alluring sweetly scented white flowers bloom on bare stems in late winter on shrubs 6 x 6 ft. Cut a few stems to bring inside to bid you over till spring.