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Boxleaf Honeysuckle Lonicera Nitida

Lonicera nitida (Boxleaf Honeysuckle)

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Boxleaf Honeysuckle, Box Honeysuckle Lonicera nitida

Lonicera nitida, commonly known as the Box Honeysuckle, is a hardy shrub often used instead of Buxus as a hedge. It features dense, upright branches that support small, 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
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern

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