Lonicera Nitida Varieties
Lonicera nitida (Boxleaf Honeysuckle)
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.
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- 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
