{"product_id":"hedging-honeysuckle-lonicera-nitida","title":"Hedging Honeysuckle (lonicera nitida)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing evergreen shrub with dense, bushy habit and small, glossy dark green leaves, providing year-round privacy and screening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent alternative to box (Buxus) hedging, avoiding issues like box blight and caterpillar; often called \"poor man's box\" or \"poor man's yew\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates frequent clipping for formal hedges or topiary; easy to maintain and shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrives in sun or shade, most well-drained soils (avoid waterlogged), and hardy across the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring creamy-white flowers and autumn purple-blue berries add interest and attract wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Autumn (September-October) or early to mid-spring; bare-root plants available November-April, pot-grown year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSite: Full sun to full shade; sheltered or inland positions preferred (avoid exposed coastal or very windy sites).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Moist but well-drained; suits most types except very wet or heavy clay (improve with grit\/organic matter if needed).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpacing: 30cm apart in a single row for standard hedge; double staggered row for thicker growth (3-5 plants per metre recommended).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation and planting: Dig in well-rotted organic matter; plant at same depth as in  the nursery; water thoroughly and mulch to surpress weeds and retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly in first year (especially dry spells) until established; becomes more drought-tolerant later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning: Trim 2-3 times per year during growing season (e.g., spring, summer, late autumn) to maintain shape; regular clipping promotes density and prevents bare base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"30-60cm","offer_id":58459992097112,"sku":null,"price":2.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_2196.jpg?v=1789920226","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/hedging-honeysuckle-lonicera-nitida","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}