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Lonicera nitida 'Red Tips Honeysuckle' (1 Gallon) is a versatile evergreen shrub known for its attractive foliage, which features striking red tips, and its compact, dense growth. This variety adds vibrant color and a lush, evergreen presence to garden beds, borders, and containers, and is valued for its resilience and low-maintenance care.
Description:
- Dimensions: Grows to a height of 2-3 feet with a spread of 3-4 feet. It forms a dense, rounded shape with small, glossy, green leaves that have distinctive red tips, adding year-round interest.
- Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun to part sun, ideally receiving 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It can tolerate some shade but will maintain its best color and growth in brighter locations.
- Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil with regular watering. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during dry spells.
- Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 5-8.
- Bloom Time: Produces small, fragrant white to yellowish flowers in late spring to early summer. The primary visual interest comes from its unique red-tipped foliage.
- Pruning: Prune as needed to maintain shape and size. Light pruning can help encourage a denser growth habit and remove any dead or damaged wood. Regular pruning can also help manage the plant's spread and keep it compact.
How to Plant:
- Location: Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers. Prefers well-draining soil and full sun to part sun for optimal growth and foliage color.
- Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil enriched with compost. Amend the soil if needed to improve drainage and support healthy growth.
- Planting: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
- Spacing: Space plants 3-4 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread and ensure good air circulation.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and maintain consistent moisture during the growing season. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely.
Fun Fact: Lonicera nitida 'Red Tips Honeysuckle' is appreciated for its distinctive foliage with striking red tips that provide a splash of color throughout the year. Its compact growth and evergreen nature make it an excellent choice for low hedges, borders, and adding vibrant texture to garden landscapes.