Lonicera fragrantissima

Winter Honeysuckle

Tips for Homeowners:

Prune to shape after flowering. Needs space as it is a wide spreading plant.

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The bushy spreading habit of this shrub might be why it is often naturalized in a sunny, open spot in the landscape, but the fragrance is why it gets planted closer. 

  • Powerful fragrance (sweet, lemon scent) in early spring
  • Creamy white flowers followed by red berries
  • Excellent for floral arrangements

Plant in the shrub border as background plant, as a hedge or as a screen, but most importantly plant where the fragrance can be appreciated.

Height: 6-10 ft
Spread: 6-10 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: White

Interesting Notes about Winter Honeysuckle:

Depending on the harshness of the winter this shrub may or may not retain its leaves. If the leaves do stay on the branches it may be difficult to see the flowers when they arrive. The flowers are very small and plentiful, but usually the fragrance of the flowers will be noticable and the arrival of honeybees will follow.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Great Foliage
  • Spring Bloomer
  • Fragrant
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Naturalizing
  • Mass Planting
  • Attractive fruit

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained