Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Honeysuckle on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Caprifoliaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Honeysuckle
Lonicera periclymenum, commonly known as Honeysuckle or Woodbine, is a vigorous deciduous climber cherished for its highly fragrant, tubular cream to pink flowers that bloom from early summer into autumn. Its woody stems intertwine to create dense coverage, making it ideal for adorning pergolas, fences, or walls, lending a wild and romantic touch to the garden. It attracts pollinators and is perfect for wildlife gardens or adding fragrance to outdoor spaces.
Native range
Europe and North Africa
Care tips
This honeysuckle thrives best in full sun to partial shade, ideally with its roots kept cool and shaded. It requires well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, and kept consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in its first year of establishment. A common mistake is failing to provide adequate support for its climbing habit, which can hinder its growth and flowering.
How to save a dying Honeysuckle
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown falling leaves, lack of flowering, dry and brittle stems. May indicate water or nutritional stress.
- First aid
- Check watering (moist but not waterlogged soil), provide balanced fertilizer, and prune dry branches to encourage new growth.
- What kills it
- Prolonged drought or constant waterlogging. Also, insufficient light or poor, nutrient-deficient soil.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act promptly. It's a hardy plant. With correct care and patience, it can recover.