{"product_id":"honeysuckle-lonicera-periclymenum","title":"Honeysuckle (lonicera periclymenum)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative UK deciduous twining climber, ideal for cottage, informal, or wildlife gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces highly fragrant tubular flowers (cream to yellow, often pink-flushed) from summer to autumn, with strongest evening scent attracting pollinating moths. Known as 'poor mans orchid'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for biodiversity: nectar-rich for bees, butterflies, and moths; red berries feed birds; provides shelter and habitat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVigorous grower reaching 4-8m, perfect for covering walls, fences, pergolas, or arches; pairs well with roses\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: Late winter and spring for deciduous types like this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSite: Partial shade preferred (roots in shade, stems in sun for best flowering); tolerates full sun but may risk mildew if roots dry out; any aspect, sheltered or exposed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Fertile, moist but well-drained; adapts to most types (chalk, clay, loam, sand); neutral to slightly alkaline pH ideal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlanting steps:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig in well-rotted organic matter (compost or manure) before planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at the same depth as in its pot; space 1-1.2m apart if multiple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide sturdy support (trellis, wires) for twining stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly after planting and during establishment\/dry spells\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulch around base to retain moisture and suppress weeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare notes: Prune after flowering (cut back by up to one-third); prone to powdery mildew if stressed—ensure good airflow and moist roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Berries mildly toxic to humans\/pets if ingested; non-invasive native species\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"20-40cm","offer_id":58459992752472,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_9101.jpg?v=1790068492","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/honeysuckle-lonicera-periclymenum","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}