lonicera bush
A lonicera bush is a fantastic addition to almost any New Zealand garden. Known for their year-round appeal and hardy nature, lonicera bushes are beloved for their lush, evergreen foliage, subtle flowers, and ability to be shaped into hedges, borders, or ground covers. Whether you have a small courtyard or a sprawling property, there’s a lonicera bush to meet your landscaping needs, with varieties ranging from the compact Lonicera nitida to the colourful Lonicera 'Lemon Beauty'.
Lonicera nitida
Lonicera nitida (Box Honeysuckle) is a dense, compact shrub valued for its small glossy leaves and excellent clipping response. Often used as a low hedge or topiary alternative to traditional box, it thrives in New Zealand conditions with minimal fuss. Its fine texture and neat growth habit make it ideal for structured gardens, borders, and foundation plantings. Lonicera nitida (Box Honeysuckle) offers year round greenery and reliable performance in a wide range of landscapes.
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Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and glossy leaves that are variegated green and yellow. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. It can be trimmed as necessary, even down to 15 cm. Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is often used for hedging and topiary, included in a mixed planting, or used to brighten up an area.
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