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Leycesteria formosa

Family Caprifoliaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 1.8 - 2.4 m (6 - 8 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Leycesteria formosa (Himalayan honeysuckle) bears bright red blossoms during early summer to early fall. The foliage is deep green in colour. A specimen plant, Leycesteria formosa (Himalayan honeysuckle) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, culinary, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics Leycesteria formosa has a natural resistance to deer. Leycesteria formosa attracts hummingbirds to your garden.