Narrow-leafed honeysuckle
Lonicera angustifolia
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IOverview
Overview
Narrow-leafed honeysuckle (Lonicera angustifolia) is a deciduous shrub native to regions including Assam, China, Myanmar, Nepal, and various islands in the Philippines and Indonesia. This plant thrives in moist environments with light or full sun exposure, making it adaptable to a range of soil types from sandy to clay. Known for its edible fruit, narrow-leafed honeysuckle is valued for its culinary uses within its native range. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to grow up to 2.7 meters in height, contributing to its ornamental appeal while also providing a valuable food source.
Quick answers
What is Narrow-leafed honeysuckle?
Narrow-leafed honeysuckle (Lonicera angustifolia) is a deciduous shrub native to regions including Assam, China, Myanmar, Nepal, and various islands in the Philippines and Indonesia.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Narrow-leafed honeysuckle thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 4-8 and can grow up to 2.7 meters tall. Propagate through cuttings for best results. The fruit of this plant is edible.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Mature size
2.7 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Narrow-leafed honeysuckle for the first time
8steps
Start with Narrow-leafed honeysuckle as a simple, low-maintenance plant for your garden.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, a trowel, and a watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with well-draining soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Ensure it gets full sun.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the ground or start young plants indoors 4-6 weeks before planting outside.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist. Monitor for pests and diseases, treating if necessary.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth and remove any dead or weak branches.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in poor soil, neglecting to prune, and not providing enough sunlight.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The narrow-leafed honeysuckle's fruit is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. SKIP
Other uses:LumberFragrance
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
16 native · 1 introduced
Distribution
16 native · 1 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 16 native· 1 introduced
Europe1 region
introduced (1)Germany
Asia8 regions
native (8)AfghanistanChinaIndiaMyanmarNepalPakistanPhilippinesVietnam
Broader regions
native:Jawa, Lesser Sunda Is., Sumatera, East Himalaya, West Himalaya
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