winter honeysuckle
Lonicera fragrantissima
Description:
Distinctive fountain-shaped semi-deciduous shrub; deliciously fragrant white flowers adorn the stems during winter and early spring; attracts hummingbirds and native moths in winter.
Native to:
Central Europe
Central Asia
Eastern Asia
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
6 ft
Width:
4-6 ft
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
February-March
Wildlife Value:
Native Bees
Hummingbirds
Sun Exposure:
Sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Irrigation Needs:
Moderate (deep watering once a week)
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Little or none; prune to shape as desired in late fall or early winter before new growth emerges.
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