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Lonicera periclymenum ‘Belgica’ (Early Dutch Honeysuckle)

Early Dutch Honeysuckle, Honeysuckle 'Belgica', Dutch Woodbine 'Belgica'

Lonicera periclymenum 'Belgica', Early Dutch Honeysuckle, Honeysuckle 'Belgica', Dutch Woodbine 'Belgica', Fragrant Shrub,

Deliciously scented, Lonicera periclymenum ‘Belgica’ (Early Dutch Honeysuckle) is a twining deciduous vine with masses of tubular, white flowers that turn deep yellow and are streaked raspberry-red outside. Produced in succession from late spring to mid-summer, the fragrant flowers eventually give way (in hot summers) to small, bright red berries. Vigorous, this honeysuckle has a foliage of dark green, oval leaves, bluish-green underneath. A hardy climber that will happily cover walls, fences or pergolas for a striking floral display. The glorious scent is most potent at night, so plant it near a house window where the heady perfume will drift in on warm evenings.

  • Grows up to 20-25 ft. tall (6-7.5 m) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm)
  • A part shade lover, this plant is best grown in average, moist, well-drained soils. Tolerates full sun. Adapts to a wide range of soils, including clay and dry soil, but prefers moist, loamy soils.
  • Excellent choice for covering walls, fences, trellises, pergolas, or trees.
  • Low maintenance, this plant is deer-resistant and generally pest and disease-free.
  • Minimal pruning is required. Prune after flowering.
  • Propagate by layering, hardwood cuttings or semi-hardwood cuttings

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Heat Zones 5 - 9
Climate Zones 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Climbers, Shrubs
Plant Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Lonicera
Common names Honeysuckle
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid), Fall
Height 20' - 25' (6.1m - 7.6m)
Spread 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Birds, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Wall-Side Borders, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Lonicera hirsuta (Hairy Honeysuckle)
Lonicera dioica (Limber Honeysuckle)
Lonicera flava (Yellow Honeysuckle)
Lonicera sempervirens ‘Major Wheeler’ (Trumpet Honeysuckle)
Lonicera involucrata (Twinberry Honeysuckle)
Lonicera japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle)

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Clematis ‘Prince Charles’ (Late Large-Flowered Clematis)
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 9
Heat Zones 5 - 9
Climate Zones 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Climbers, Shrubs
Plant Family Caprifoliaceae
Genus Lonicera
Common names Honeysuckle
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid), Fall
Height 20' - 25' (6.1m - 7.6m)
Spread 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Deer
Attracts Birds, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Wall-Side Borders, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Coastal Garden
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