Belgica Honeysuckle will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 5 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selection of a native North American species.
Details
Botanical Name
Lonicera periclymenum 'Belgica'
Common Name
Belgica Honeysuckle
Hardiness Zone
- 4
Appearance
Max Height
5 Feet
Max Spread
5 Feet
Plant Form
- Upright Spreading
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Plum
Flower Colour
- Hot Pink
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Mid To Late Spring
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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