Lonicera nitida

Common Name:
Box Honeysuckle

Description:
Lonicera nitida is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub widely valued for its dense, fine-textured foliage and exceptional suitability for hedging and topiary. Its small, glossy green leaves create a neat and uniform appearance, making it an excellent alternative to traditional box hedging in Melbourne gardens. This hardy plant responds very well to regular pruning, allowing it to be shaped into formal hedges, borders, or sculpted forms with ease. In spring, it may produce small, inconspicuous creamy-white flowers, sometimes followed by tiny purple berries, though these are not its main feature. Lonicera nitida thrives in a range of soil types provided they are well-drained and performs reliably in both full sun and part shade. It is tolerant of urban conditions, wind, and light frost, making it a versatile and low-maintenance choice for structured landscapes and privacy screening.

Form:
*Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1.5–3 m
Width: 1.5–2.5 m

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:
Creamy white

Key Attributes:
*Bird Attracting
*Disease Resistant
*Evergreen
*Fast Growing
*Perennial
*Suitable for Hedging
*Suitable for Topiary

Toxicity:
Berries may be mildly toxic if ingested by humans or pets.

Companion Plants:
Buxus
Westringia
Photinia
Lavender
Pittosporum
Escallonia