The vine Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' (purpleleaf Japanese honeysuckle) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during mid spring to mid summer. The matte foliage is dark fuchsia and deep green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' (purpleleaf Japanese honeysuckle) has exfoliating stems.
Typical Uses
Ground cover and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics
Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' . Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' is tolerant of drought and compacted soil.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' (purpleleaf Japanese honeysuckle) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Regular pruning will be required to keep this vine tidy. Be advised that Lonicera japonica 'Purpurea' (purpleleaf Japanese honeysuckle) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
