Lonicera xylosteum 15 PCS fresh seeds, Dwarf or European fly honeysuckle seeds

🌱 Lonicera xylosteum — Dwarf or European fly honeysuckle

These seeds are from the Lonicera xylosteum, a deciduous perennial shrub belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family. Key selling points of this plant include its attractive flowers, hardy nature, and ability to attract honey bees. As an ornamental plant, it is often used in landscape design for territory improvement.

🌿 Botanical Description

Lonicera xylosteum is a deciduous perennial shrub that can grow up to 2.5 m high. The leaves are 3-7 cm long, 2-5 cm wide, opposite, elliptical in shape, short pointed, and whole-edged. The upper side of the leaf blade is dark green and matte, while the lower side is grayish and densely pubescent with soft hairs. The central vein of the leaf is purple. The flowers grow in pairs in the axils of the leaves. The fruits are not edible and are known as wolf berries.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or autumn, pre-treatment: stratification for 30-60 days
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, time: 1-3 months
• Soil type: well-drained, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: medium to high
• Watering: regular, fertilization: balanced fertilizer during the growing season
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8, frost tolerance: medium to high

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Lonicera xylosteum is native to Europe and Western Asia. It grows in the undergrowth of coniferous and mixed forests, in thickets of bushes in ravines and near rivers. The plant can thrive in a variety of climate zones and can be found at altitudes ranging from 500 to 2000 meters above sea level.

✨ Interesting Facts

Lonicera xylosteum has been used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. The plant is also a valuable source of nectar and pollen for honey bees. The hard, yellowish wood of the plant is used for making small crafts. In addition, the plant is often used in landscape design for its attractive flowers and ability to attract wildlife.