Lonicera periclymenum ‘Honeybush’ (English wild honeysuckle). This is a deliciously scented climber. It is a vigorous, twining, deciduous climber. The flowers are small white and cream, and bloom in mid-summer. The leaves are oval to oblong and fragrant. This plant is often found in the wild in Northern Europe.
Deciduous or Semi-evergreen, Vine
Europe, N Africa
Wall or trellis, hedges, ornamental, wildlife, spring/summer interest.
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They are easily grown in sun or light shade. They will need regular pruning to keep them from becoming tangled.
You can propagate from seeds in the autumn or spring or from cuttings in summer or late autumn.
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