Lonicera caprifolium aka Honeysuckle

Taxonomy ID: 10136

Common names

Honeysuckle, Perfoliate Honeysuckle, Italian Honeysuckle, Caprifoyle

More information about Honeysuckle

What is the region of origin of Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle’s native range is Europe - Austria and Czechoslovakia to Romania and Turkey. Introduced in Britain.

What are the water needs for Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

How to fertilize Honeysuckle

The Honeysuckle should be repotted when it has doubled in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing fresh potting soil with all the essential nutrients each year ensures the plant's well-being, eliminating the need for fertilizer. Remember, plants derive their energy from the sun and not fertilizer.

Is Honeysuckle toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.

More info:
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