Lonicera pileata

China.

Box-leaved honeysuckle is a spreading and broadly growing small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 60 - 80 cm and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide. It usually grows 10 - 15 cm per year.

The evergreen leaves of the Box-leaved honeysuckle are dark green, lanceolate, glossy and opposite. They are about 1 - 3 cm in size.

The creamy white, tubular flowers appear from May to July. They are pleasantly scented.

The purple-violet, round fruits of Lonicera pileata are particularly decorative. These appear from September.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

The Box-leaved honeysuckle has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Group planting, ground cover, green strips

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.
- Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).