Lonicera lemon beauty is a showy, deciduous vine with trumpet-shaped, deep yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The flowers are followed by small, black berries. The vine grows quickly and can reach up to 20 feet in length. It is an excellent choice for covering fences, trellises, and arbors.
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About soil condition, Lonicera lemon beauty prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It also prefers soil that is slightly acidic to neutral in pH. This plant is not tolerant of wet or soggy conditions.
Like the other members of the honeysuckle family, the lonicera lemon beauty does best in full sun. It will tolerate some shade, but it may not flower as well. This plant is also quite drought tolerant once it becomes established, so it's a good choice for a sunny spot in the garden that doesn't get a lot of water.
The temperature condition of the Lonicera lemon beauty bush is between 35 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature range is the ideal condition for the Lonicera lemon beauty bush to produce the most flowers. If the temperature is too cold, the Lonicera lemon beauty bush will not produce as many flowers. If the temperature is too hot, the Lonicera lemon beauty bush will produce fewer flowers.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50%. However, it can tolerate a range of 40-60%. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will start to brown and curl. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will start to yellow and drop off.
About fertilizer, usually the plant doesn't need too much. A light feeding in early spring is all that is generally needed. If you want to give it a little extra, you can add some compost to the soil around the base of the plant in early spring. Just be sure not to put too much, as this can actually harm the plant. When it comes to the roots, it is best to leave them alone. If you must transplant the plant, be very careful not to damage the roots.
Pruning is an important part of keeping your Lonicera lemon beauty in top shape. The best time to prune is in early spring, before new growth begins. You can remove up to one-third of the plant's growth without damaging it. This will help encourage new growth and keep the plant from getting too leggy.
Propagation is best done in late spring or early summer. Take semi-ripe cuttings of around 10cm in length and insert them in a pot of well-drained propagating compost. Keep the pot in a sheltered, light spot outdoors and keep the compost moist but not wet. New growth should appear within a few weeks. Once the new plants are well established, pot them on into individual pots and grow them on in a cool, light place.
Usually, the plant growth rate is relatively slow, taking anywhere from 10 to 20 years to achieve full size. Once mature, these beautiful shrubs can reach up to 15 feet in height and width. They are known for their fragrant yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. In addition to being lovely ornamentals, lonicera lemon beauty shrubs are also quite drought tolerant, making them ideal for locations that receive little rainfall.
Common problems for this kind of plant are pink and white flowers. The pink and white flowers can be due to too much sun, not enough sun, or not enough water. If the plant is not getting enough water, the leaves will begin to droop and the flowers will wilt.
Source:
Lonicera fragrantissima - North Carolina State University
Lonicera periclymenum - North Carolina State University
Lonicera sempervirens - North Carolina State University
