Plant Details

Lonicera japonica

Japanese Honeysuckle

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General Information

Scientific name: Lonicera japonica
Also known as: Japanese Honeysuckle

Plant Properties

Layer: Climber
Size: Small
Height: 5.00 m
Width: 5.00 m
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Well-drained
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Nectar, Flowers, Tea
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Fragrant

Description

Flowers are attracted by their sweet nectar and can be used as vegetables, syrup, or pudding. Additionally, tea can be made from the leaves, buds, and flowers.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/06
End of Harvest: 30/09