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Lonicera fragrantissima

Lonicera fragrantissima

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Lonicera Fragrantissima – The Winter-Flowering Honeysuckle A Delightful Burst of Fragrance in the Coldest Months

If you’re looking for a plant that brings life and fragrance to your garden when little else is in bloom, Lonicera fragrantissima, also known as Winter Honeysuckle, is the perfect choice. This semi-evergreen shrub produces clusters of small, creamy-white flowers that fill the air with a sweet, citrus-like scent from late winter to early spring, providing an early nectar source for pollinators.

A versatile and low-maintenance shrub, Lonicera fragrantissima is ideal for informal hedges, mixed borders, or as a standalone specimen. Its fragrant blooms, attractive arching branches, and red berries in summer make it a valuable addition to any garden.

  • Height: Easily maintained to 2m
  • Spread: Easily maintained to 2m
  • Foliage Colour: Green
  • Flower Colour: White and yellow
  • Soil Type: Well drained, sandy, loam, chalk, clay
  • Position: Full Sun - Partial Shade
  • Hardiness: Hardy H6 (-15)
  • Type: Deciduous/Semi evergreen Shrub

Why Choose Lonicera Fragrantissima?

  • Incredible Fragrance – Fills the garden with a rich, sweet scent even in the depths of winter.
  • Winter Blooms – One of the earliest flowering shrubs, brightening the garden when little else is in flower.
  • Pollinator-Friendly – A vital nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects emerging in late winter.
  • Low-Maintenance & Hardy – Thrives in a wide range of conditions with minimal care.
    Attractive Year-Round – Produces fragrant flowers in winter, followed by red berries in summer and lush green foliage through the seasons.

How to Grow & Care for Lonicera Fragrantissima

  • Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
  • Watering: Tolerant of dry conditions once established but benefits from occasional watering.
  • Soil: Adapts to most soil types, provided they are well-draining.
    Pruning: Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages fresh growth.

Perfect for Any Garden

  • Borders & Hedges: Use as a fragrant hedge or background shrub.
  • Cottage & Wildlife Gardens: Attracts early pollinators and adds charm to traditional gardens.
  • Cut Flower Arrangements: Bring its delightful fragrance indoors.

Order Your Lonicera Fragrantissima Today

Enjoy the beauty and fragrance of Winter Honeysuckle in your garden. With its early blooms, intoxicating scent, and year-round appeal, this is a must-have shrub for any garden.

Limited stock available – order now to bring winter fragrance to your garden!

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Why Choose Champion Plants?

We distinguish ourselves through our focus on quality and diversity, offering UK-grown plants in peat-free compost for Eco-conscious gardening. Order your plants now to see the difference that care and expertise make.

  • Grown in the UK: All of our plants are cultivated right here in Somerset, ensuring they are perfectly suited to being planted throughout UK gardens.
  • Peat-Free: Committed to sustainability, all our plants are grown in peat-free compost, supporting Eco-friendly gardening.
  • Family Values: A family-run business for over 20 years, we bring you quality with a personal touch. Our love for gardening is reflected in every plant we sell.
  • Diverse Selection: Whether you're looking to enhance your garden with perennials, shrubs, grasses, or exotic beauties, we have a vast array of plant categories to explore.

Delivery Details

Dispatch & Delivery:

  • Same Week Dispatch: Orders before 09:00 AM Monday dispatch on Tuesday/Wednesday. Orders after this dispatch the next Tuesday/Wednesday.
  • Stock: Plants are dispatched based on current stock, ensuring quick delivery without long waits.
  • Dispatch Time: Allow up to 5 working days for dispatch, extended to 10 during peak times.
  • Collection: Click and collect available; contact us to arrange.
  • Free Delivery: On orders over £250, via courier or pallet depending on plant size. 
  • UK Shipping: Mainland UK only, excludes Channel Islands, PO Boxes, Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, BFPO.
  • No International Delivery.
  • Delivery Charges: Royal Mail 1st Class: £5.99 for parcels 0-0.99kg. 48HR Courier/Royal Mail 1st Class: £8.99 for parcels over 1kg.
  • Local Delivery: £5 within 5 miles of North Perrott, including Montacute, Stoke Sub Hamdon, etc.

Packaging:
  • Plants are securely packed according to type for safe transit.
Returns:
  • Unhappy with your plant? Contact us within 7 days of receipt. You cover return postage, and if the plant arrives back in good condition, we'll refund the purchase and initial delivery cost.
  • 30-Day Guarantee: If your plant has any issues within 30 days of delivery, contact us for a replacement or refund. Proof of care (e.g., photos) may be required.
For more details on delivery or returns, use our contact form.

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Contact Jason or Kate here at the nursery by:

Phone: 0146075732 or 07891661763

Email: orders@championplants.co.uk