Early Dutch Honeysuckle. A twining climber with mid-green leaves and very fragrant white flowers that turn yellow. and are richly streaked red outside. Max Height 7m. Flowers May to June. Fruits July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Lonicera periclymenum ‘Belgica’
A twining climber with mid-green leaves and very fragrant white flowers that turn yellow. and are richly streaked red outside.
Additional information
| Generic | Lonicera |
|---|---|
| Species | periclymenum |
| Varietry | 'Belgica' |
| Common Name | Early Dutch Honeysuckle |
| Flower Colour | white, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 7m |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Spread | |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | red |
| Fruits When | July |
| 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 | |
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