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Tatarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica)

Tatarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica) is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub known for its abundant fragrant flowers and bright red berries, often grown as an ornamental.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained loam

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist, reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained loam

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures and is very cold-hardy.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Fertilize in spring with balanced fertilizer and compost.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Vine

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

300-600cm

Spread

180-300cm

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Evergreen

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Ovate

Flower Size

1.5-2cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Caprifolium tataricum (L.) Kuntze
Chamaecerasus ciliata Billiard
Chamaecerasus tatarica (L.) Medik.
Lonicera angustata Wender.
Lonicera karataviensis Pavlov
Lonicera parvifolia Hayne
Lonicera splendens J.L.Budd
Xylosteon cordatum Moench
Xylosteon tartaricum (L.) Medik.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderDipsacales
  • familyCaprifoliaceae
  • genusLonicera
  • speciesLonicera tatarica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Edible

No

Berries are mildly toxic if ingested.

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