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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Eurasia

Introduced to: Canada, North America, United States

Native

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Lonicera xylosteumLonicera xylosteum

Dwarf Honeysuckle, Fly Honeysuckle

In Stock: 0.138 lb (Total:0.138lb)

Lonicera xylosteum

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0.14 lb

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

96,038

Quantity:

0.14 lb

Collected in:

Denmark

Crop year:

2019

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1828557

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Eurasia

Introduced to: Canada, North America, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the versatile beauty of Lonicera xylosteum, commonly known as Fly Honeysuckle or Dwarf Honeysuckle. This mounding, rapid-growing deciduous shrub is part of the Caprifoliaceae family and originates from regions like Europe, the Caucasus, Siberia, and China. Ideal for USDA Zones 4 to 6, this resilient shrub reaches a height of 6 to 10 feet and spreads 10 to 12 feet, serving excellently as a hedge or screen. Its striking yellowish-white, fragrant flowers bloom from May to June, attracting an array of birds, butterflies, and even hummingbirds. As summer transitions, dark red berries complement its foliage, offering visual interest and a food source for your garden's wildlife.

Thriving in full sun to part shade, Fly Honeysuckle flourishes when established in well-drained, humusy soils. It's adaptable, tolerating poor soils, urban pollution, drought, and even deer. Its dense, gray bark remains an eye-catcher throughout the year, while its leaves transition from silver-green to gray-green, retaining vibrant color deep into autumn. Though low maintenance, occasional pruning post-bloom ensures lush, robust growth. Caution: While beneficial in many settings, avoid planting where it may become invasive. Transform your garden's landscape with this resilient and attractive shrub!