Etruscan Honeysuckle. A twining climber with mid-green leaves and very fragrant cream flowers that turn orange, followed by red berries. Max Height 4m. Flowers July to September. Fruits August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Lonicera etrusca ‘Superba’
A twining climber with mid-green leaves and very fragrant cream flowers that turn orange, followed by red berries.
Additional information
| Generic | Lonicera |
|---|---|
| Species | etrusca |
| Varietry | 'Superba' |
| Common Name | Etruscan Honeysuckle |
| Flower Colour | cream, orange |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 4m |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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