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Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy'
Also Known As
- Elisha's Tears
- Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle
- Himalayan Honeysuckle
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 7a-10a
Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy' plant details
Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with bronze and chartreuse foliage. In summer burgundy and white flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: caprifoliaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze and chartreuse
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, dangling flowers, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy'
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy' plant
How to Grow Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy'
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- bronze
- chartreuse
Flower Color
- white
- burgundy
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- hummingbirds
Fruit
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Leycesteria for your garden
aka Himalayan Honeysuckle
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
Scientific Name: Leycesteria formosa 'Notbruce'
aka Leycesteria formosa 'Golden Lanterns', Leycesteria Golden Lanterns®, Golden Lanterns Himalayan Honeysuckle, Golden Lanterns Pheasant Berry, Golden Lanterns® Pheasant Berry
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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