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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

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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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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deciduous shrub 3-5’ high and wide...new foliage is copper red aging to sunshine yellow. Summer white flowers generously surrounded by burgundy bracts, dangling from branch tips. Deep brown-burgundy berries are edible, tasting of burnt caramel, birds love them Sun to light shade (avoid hot spots), most soils, summer moisture, will take wet, nice in pots!

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

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aka Himalayan Honeysuckle

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

7a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - occasional
Photo of Leycesteria formosa flower by Rob Hille
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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
Photo of Leycesteria formosa Golden Lanterns® flower by Karl Gercens III
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