{"product_id":"lonicera-pileata-shrubby-honeysuckle","title":"Lonicera pileata , shrubby honeysuckle.","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLonicera pileata - Shrubby Honeysuckle for sale.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate low-maintenance ground cover or hedging with Lonicera pileata.\u003c\/strong\u003e This low-spreading evergreen shrub is perfect for ground cover, low hedging, and edging. Featuring small, glossy, lance-shaped leaves that create a dense mat of foliage, it produces small tubular cream flowers in late spring followed by attractive purple berries in autumn, providing year-round interest and wildlife value. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/stoneybrooknursery.co.uk\/collections\/all-plants\" title=\"all plants\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to buy or visit our nursery near Lancaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Spreading Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally forms a dense, low mat perfect for ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlossy Evergreen Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, lance-shaped leaves provide year-round coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCream Flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small tubular flowers in late spring attract pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple Berries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive berries in autumn provide food for birds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy, disease-resistant, and requires minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade Tolerant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in shade where other plants struggle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for ground cover, low hedging, edging, or banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5-1m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-2m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-5 plants per square metre for ground cover, 3-4 per metre for low hedging\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to full shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, tolerates most soil types\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy (H5)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil. Lonicera pileata is remarkably adaptable and thrives in sun or shade, making it perfect for difficult shady areas. Space plants 30-40cm apart (3-5 per square metre) for ground cover, or 25-30cm apart (3-4 per metre) for low hedging. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring. Trim lightly after flowering if needed to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Requires minimal maintenance once established and is largely pest and disease-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround cover in shady areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow hedging and edging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBanks and slopes for erosion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder trees where grass won't grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUrban gardens and difficult sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Lonicera Pileata?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLonicera pileata is one of the best choices for low-maintenance ground cover, particularly in shady areas where other plants struggle. Its dense, spreading habit suppresses weeds effectively, while the evergreen foliage provides year-round coverage. The spring flowers and autumn berries add seasonal interest and support wildlife. This is a tough, reliable plant that thrives with minimal care, making it perfect for busy gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable at Stoneybrook Nursery, Lancashire - Quality ground cover and hedging plants for UK gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stoneybrook Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2L","offer_id":55474410684791,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5L","offer_id":55474412257655,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0548\/7234\/2610\/files\/Lonicera_pileata_foliage.jpg?v=1779620795","url":"https:\/\/stoneybrooknursery.co.uk\/products\/lonicera-pileata-shrubby-honeysuckle","provider":"Stoneybrook Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}