Lonicera hildebrandiana

Himalayan Honeysuckle

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Fragrant climbing vine with glossy leaves and tubular flowers turning from pink buds to white then yellow. Intense evening scent.
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Plant Details

Common Name Himalayan Honeysuckle
Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Lonicera
Species Hildebrandiana
Origin Himalayas
Blooming Spring to early summer, occasional late blooms
Leaf Color glossy green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH slightly acidic to neutral

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth and blooming; allow topsoil to dry between waterings; reduce significantly in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun for maximum flowering, tolerates partial shade but may reduce bloom quantity

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season

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Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to remove dead wood and maintain shape; avoid heavy pruning which removes flower buds

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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