Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) - evergreen climber - 9 cm pot - Height 35 cm - Pack of 2

Yes, Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) is a fully hardy climber that withstands French and European winters without protection, even in regions with severe sub-zero temperatures. Its semi-evergreen foliage can remain in place for much of the winter, except during extremely intense frosts when it may partially drop. This hardiness makes it a reliable choice for gardens subject to harsh winter conditions. There is no need for winter fleece or any special protection once the plant is well established in the ground.

Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) is renowned for its rapid and vigorous growth, making it one of the most effective climbers for quickly covering a vertical surface. In favorable conditions (full sun, rich and well-drained soil), it can grow several dozen centimeters per year and reach a height of 4 to 5 meters at maturity. From the first season after planting, the new stems grow vigorously upwards. This impressive vigor makes it an ideal choice for quickly covering a bare wall, an unsightly fence, or a pergola.

Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) blooms from late spring through early autumn, offering a particularly long flowering period for a climber. Its bright pink to red tubular flowers, arranged in clusters at the ends of the stems, give off a sweet and captivating fragrance, especially in the evening. They actively attract bees, bumblebees, and butterflies, making it a valuable plant for garden biodiversity. After flowering, small black berries appear, providing additional decorative interest in autumn.

Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) prefers full sun to reach its full flowering and fragrance potential. Planted against a well-exposed wall, a south- or west-facing trellis, it produces abundant blooms and vigorous stems. It can tolerate light partial shade, but under these conditions, the flowering will be less dense and the fragrance less pronounced. In very hot regions, however, light shade during the middle of the day can be beneficial to prevent summer water stress.

Henry's Honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) is particularly adaptable and tolerates a wide variety of soils: clay, loam, sandy, or alkaline, provided that drainage is adequate. It does not like constantly waterlogged soils, which can cause root rot. To optimize establishment and vigor, enrich the planting soil with well-rotted compost. In poor soil, a balanced fertilizer application in spring stimulates flowering and growth. Its great adaptability makes it an easy-to-incorporate climber in almost any garden.

Henry's honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) can be grown in a large container or pot on a sunny terrace or balcony, provided you choose a container large enough (at least 30 to 40 litres) to allow the root system to develop. Use a high-quality potting mix enriched with compost and water more frequently than when planted in the ground, as container-grown plants dry out more quickly. Provide a trellis or sturdy support for the plant to climb. Applying a slow-release fertiliser in spring is recommended to compensate for the limited soil volume.

Yes, Henry's honeysuckle (Lonicera henryi) is a particularly valuable plant for pollinating wildlife. Its pink tubular flowers, produced in large quantities from late spring to autumn, are an abundant source of nectar for bees, bumblebees, and many species of butterflies. The sweet and captivating fragrance they give off, especially in the late afternoon, also attracts moths such as sphinx moths.