Lonicera ‘Honey Baby’ – Fragrant Starter Plant – 6-8 Inch – Hardy Perennial

Lonicera ‘Honey Baby’ is a hybrid honeysuckle, a cross between Lonicera japonica Halliana and Lonicera periclymenum ‘Belgica’. This hardy perennial shrub is known for its compact, bush-like growth habit and stunning, fragrant flowers that appear from July to October. The flowers transition from purplish-red buds to soft cream and light yellow, eventually maturing into a lemon-yellow hue. In the fall, it produces attractive red berries, adding seasonal interest to your landscape.

Ideal for zones 4-9, this plant thrives in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soil. Its sweet fragrance and vibrant blossoms make it a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds, enhancing the biodiversity of any garden.

This starter plant arrives dormant and leafless in the fall but will releaf in the spring. A well-rooted plant in a 2.5 x 3.5-inch pot, it is easy to establish and maintain.

Perfect for landscaping, garden borders, and trellises, this low-maintenance, easy-growing plant will bring beauty and life to any outdoor space.

Key Features and Benefits:

• Type: Hardy perennial, flowering shrub
• Size: Starter plant (approx. 6-8 inches)
• Flower Color: Red, cream, light yellow, and lemon-yellow
• Bloom Time: July to October
• Fragrance: Strongly scented, attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
• Foliage: Green leaves (dormant in fall, releaf in spring)
• Growing Zones: 4-9
• Sunlight Needs: Full sun to light shade
• Soil Preference: Well-drained soil
• Uses: Perfect for landscaping, borders, fences, and trellises

FAQs:

Q1: When will my Lonicera ‘Honey Baby’ start blooming?
A1: The plant blooms from July to October, producing fragrant flowers that change color as they mature.

Q2: Is this plant easy to care for?
A2: Yes! Lonicera ‘Honey Baby’ is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to light shade.

Q3: Will this plant attract pollinators?
A3: Absolutely! The fragrant flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, making your garden a lively habitat.

Q4: Is the plant dormant when shipped?
A4: Yes, in fall and winter, the plant is shipped dormant and leafless but will releaf in spring once established.

Q5: Can I grow Lonicera ‘Honey Baby’ in a container?
A5: Yes! While it prefers garden planting, it can be grown in a container with well-draining soil and proper care.