Lonicera fragrantissima
Common Name: Winter flowering honeysuckle
Type: Deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub Family: Caprifoliaceae Hardiness Zone: 4-10 Sunlight: Full sun to part shade Exposure: Sheltered or exposed Soil: Any soil type Moisture: Moist, well-drained Plant Height x Width: 6-8' x 6-8' Leaf: Oval, dark green with bluish tinge Flower: Very fragrant, two-lipped creamy-white flowers Bloom Time: Mid-January Bloom Size: Small-medium Maintenance: Prune to shape after flowering Landscape use: Place plant close to pathways or entrances where its scent can be noticed, cottage, informal gardens Pest and Disease: No serious problems Native Range: China Propagation: Semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings |