Lonicera nitida

Name: Lonicera nitida
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 11977f
Price: 23.77 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (1 reviews)

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Lonicera nitida, commonly known as the Boxleaf Honeysuckle, is a hardy shrub often used instead of Buxus as a hedge. It carries dense, upright branches which host small and glossy, dark green leaves. New growth has attractive, purple-black edges as it grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide. Lonicera nitida makes for a lovely backdrop for smaller plants and is commonly trimmed into a hedge and used for topiary.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Lonicera nitida Details

Lonicera nitida, commonly known as the Boxleaf Honeysuckle, is a hardy shrub often used instead of Buxus as a hedge. It carries dense, upright branches which host small and glossy, dark green leaves. New growth has attractive, purple-black edges. This evergreen typically grows to 2 m tall and 1 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this Lonicera are achieved when it is planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, coastal conditions, and dry periods. Lonicera nitida makes for a lovely backdrop for smaller plants and is commonly trimmed into a hedge and used for topiary.

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Hi. Why is the 2.5 lt. container a 30cm height plant but the 1.5 and the 3.5 lt. is only 15cm. high? approximately how long would it take for the plants to reach around 1.5 mt.? Thanks so much

They are at different heights due to being recently trimmed to keep them bushy. I estimate 3 years to reach 1.5 m tall. This could be less if they are watered and fertilised regularly.