How to Grow and Care for Lonicera acuminata

Lonicera acuminata · Lonicera acuminata

Climbing honeysuckle grows best in partial shade but tolerates full sun, and thrives in any fertile, moist but well-drained soil. See honeysuckle (climbing) cultivation

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Lonicera acuminata

Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeClay · Loam
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Climbing honeysuckle grows best in partial shade but tolerates full sun, and thrives in any fertile, moist but well-drained soil. See honeysuckle (climbing) cultivation

How to Water Lonicera acuminata?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Lonicera acuminata?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Lonicera acuminata?

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What Soil Is Best for Lonicera acuminata?

Soil type
Clay · Loam
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Lonicera acuminata?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize Lonicera acuminata?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune Lonicera acuminata?

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. For last-year flowering growth, prune after flowering; for current-year flowering growth, prune in late winter or spring. This guidance is for established plants.

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How to Propagate Lonicera acuminata?

Propagate by layering or by semi-ripe cuttings in summer

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How to Transplant Lonicera acuminata?

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How to Care for Lonicera acuminata in Winter?

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How to Plant Lonicera acuminata?

Climbing honeysuckle grows best in partial shade but tolerates full sun, and thrives in any fertile, moist but well-drained soil. See honeysuckle (climbing) cultivation

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How to Repot Lonicera acuminata?

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How to Harvest Lonicera acuminata?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to powdery mildews, fungal leaf spot, silver leaf and honey fungus (rarely)

Pests

May be susceptible to honeysuckle aphids, Thrips and glasshouse whitefly

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The Toxicity of Lonicera acuminata

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Lonicera acuminata

Plant typeClimber Wall Shrub
Height4-8 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitClimbing
OriginNorthern China

Scientific Classification

Species
Lonicera acuminata
Genus
Lonicera
Family
Caprifoliaceae
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FAQs About Lonicera acuminata

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