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Honeysuckle 'Serotina'

Lonicera periclymenum 'Serotina' · Climber

Hardiness
H6 Hardy — very cold winter (to −15 to −20°C)
Position
Partial shade
Height × Spread
4–8 m × 100–150 cm
Soil
fertile, moist but well-drained soil
Flowering
June–November
Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and apply a suitable fungicide if severe.

Honeysuckle aphids: Encourage natural predators like ladybirds or treat with a systemic insecticide if infestations are heavy.

Silver leaf: Prune out affected branches well below the infection point and burn them to prevent spread.

Fungal leaf spot: Remove fallen leaves in autumn and avoid wetting foliage when watering to reduce humidity.

Thrips: Use blue sticky traps to monitor populations and apply insecticidal soap if necessary.

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