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Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle

Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle

Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea'

Regular price $53.99
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SKU: TL-2lopu
Meet the Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle, a vigorous, semi-evergreen vine that doesn’t just offer delightful fragrance but also a dynamic color display. From spring through late summer, it produces highly fragrant,...
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Zone
USDA Zone:6
Watering
Watering Needs:Let dry between waterings
Sun Needs
Sun Needs:Full sun
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Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle

Meet the Purple-Leaf Japanese Honeysuckle, a vigorous, semi-evergreen vine that doesn’t just offer delightful fragrance but also a dynamic color display. From spring through late summer, it produces highly fragrant, purple-red flowers adorned with white interiors, creating a striking contrast against its lush foliage. As the seasons progress, the oval leaves take on a purple tint, especially in cooler temperatures, adding an extra layer of visual interest to your garden.

Landscape Size

Average Landscape Size:

Height - 8 ft. +, Width - 3 ft. - 6 ft.
Flowering

Flowering Season:

Summer
Landscape

Landscape Use:

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Privacy Screen, Wildlife Garden
Features

Special Features:

Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Bird Friendly, Easy Care, Fast Growing, Ornamental Berries
SIZE 1 Gallon Bamboo Staked Container
Watering

Watering Needs:

Let dry between waterings
  • Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; deeper foliage color develops in more sun.
  • Soil: Adaptable to most soils but prefers moist, well-draining conditions.
  • Watering: Water regularly while young; once established, it’s drought-tolerant and low-maintenance.
  • Maintenance: Blooms on new wood—prune in late winter or early spring to shape and encourage fresh growth.
  • Hardiness: Hardy to USDA zones 4-9, standing up to both heat and cold.
  • Additional Tips: Train on trellises, fences, or pergolas, or let it spill over walls and containers for a cascading effect. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees while deterring deer.