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Lonicera Thunderbolt™ Box Honeysuckle

Lonicera Thunderbolt™ Box Honeysuckle

Variety: Thunderbolt

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  • Icon of a Map Point in a grey circle

    Zone

    5 - 9

  • Icon of a horizontal ruler in a grey circle

    Mature Height

    48

  • Icon of a vertical ruler in a grey circle

    Mature Width

    48

  • Icon of a sun in a grey circle

    Light

    Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Icon of a water drop in a grey circle

    Water

    Moist, well-drained
  • Icon of a seedling in dirt in a grey circle

    Soil

    Normal, loamy
  • Description / Lonicera Thunderbolt™ Box Honeysuckle

    Lonicera nitida is also known as Box Honeysuckle and it is a low, bushy shrub valued for its incredible form. It has attractive green foliage that is extremely ornamental and remains green throughout the winter. It is bathed in stunning lightly scented creamy white tubular flowers at the end of its branches in the late spring. It produces deep purple berries in the late summer that you and your wildlife will love. Box Honeysuckle is a dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with a shapely form and gracefully arching branches. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

    This shrub will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard.

    This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for alkaline soils. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. It's a unique and beautiful addition to your landscape!

    Go Big or Start Small: 3 Sizes for Your Garden, Your Choice

    • Jumbo Pint: A fantastic young shrub, easy to transplant and nurture.
    • 1-Gallon: The best blend of affordability and quick impact.
    • 2-Gallon: A fully established plant, ideal for instant landscaping.

    Sizes are limited and based on current stock availability.

  • Product Details

    Virtual SKU: v2645
    Selected Product SKU: 44020
    Genus: Lonicera
    Species: nitida
    Variety: Thunderbolt
    Bloom Color: White
    Foliage Color: Chartreuse
    Habit: Spreading
    Light Requirements: Full SunPart Shade
    Moisture Requirements:
    • Moist, well-drained
    Uses:
    • Beds
    • Border
    • Containers
    Special Features:
    • Berries
    • Easy Care Plants
    • Flower
    • Bird Lovers
    Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9

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