Lonicera hildebrandiana

Common Name:
Giant Burmese Honeysuckle

Description:
Lonicera hildebrandiana is a spectacular evergreen to semi-evergreen climber admired for its enormous fragrant flowers and lush tropical appearance. This vigorous honeysuckle produces long tubular creamy-white flowers that gradually age to golden yellow and orange tones, often reaching up to 15 cm in length. The blooms appear from spring through summer and release a sweet perfume, particularly in the evening, attracting bees and other pollinators. Large glossy green leaves create dense coverage, making this climber ideal for pergolas, fences, and large trellises where a bold subtropical effect is desired. In Melbourne, it performs best in a warm sheltered position with full sun to part shade and fertile, well-drained soil. Protection from heavy frost is recommended while plants are establishing.

Form:
Climber

Mature Size:
Height: 6–10 m
Width: 3–5 m

Aspect:
Full Sun
Part Shade

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Creamy white
Golden yellow
Orange-yellow

Key Attributes:
Bee Attracting
Bird Attracting
Evergreen
Perennial
Scented flowers
Suitable for Screening
Tropical appearance
Vigorous growth habit

Toxicity:
Berries may be mildly toxic if ingested by humans and pets, potentially causing stomach upset.

Companion Plants:
Pandorea
Mandevilla
Climbing roses
Star Jasmine
Bougainvillea
Hardenbergia
Camellias
Tibouchina