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LONICERA x purpusii
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Parentage: L. fragrantissima and L. standishii
Description: Fragrant Honeysuckle is a cross between two Chinese honeysuckles L. fragrantissima and L. standishii. Named after two famous German collectors, brothers Carl Albert Purpus (1853-1941) and Joseph Anton Purpus (1860-1932). In late March and early April, it pro- duces clusters of powerfully fragrant, creamy, white flowers. Despite the mass of flowers, berries are rarely produced. Suitable for all but the smallest of gardens, it provides both color and a wonderfully sweet scent at a time of year when most trees and shrubs are dormant.
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Plant Facts...
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub Growing Zones: 5 - 9 Sun Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade Hardy To: -15°F Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained Bloom Color: Cream Bloom Season: Very Early (late March/early April) Width: (at 10 years) 8 ft. Height: (at 10 years) 8 ft.
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