Lonicera nitida baggesen's gold is an ornamental shrub that is commonly used in landscaping. The shrub is characterized by its small, gold-colored leaves that are arranged in pairs along the stems. lonicera nitida baggesen's gold is an forgiving shrub, and is tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions. The shrub is also relatively low maintenance, and does not require a lot of care once it is established.
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About soil condition, Lonicera nitida Baggesen's Gold prefers evenly moist, well-drained soils. It also does best in slightly acidic to neutral soils(pH 6.0-7.5). It is not particularly sensitive to soil type but does not tolerate overly wet or dry conditions. This plant has a moderate to fast growth rate and does best with regular pruning to maintain its size and shape.
Just like other members of the Lonicera family, the Lonicera nitida Baggesen's Gold requires full sun to partial sun in order to produce the best possible results. This shrub should be planted in an area of the yard that receives at least six hours of sunlight each day in order for it to thrive. If it is not given enough sun, the Lonicera nitida Baggesen's Gold will not produce as many beautiful flowers.
The temperature condition for Lonicera nitida Baggesen's Gold is the ideal temperature for this plant is between 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The plant can tolerate colder temperatures down to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, but growth will be slowed. Hotter temperatures above 80 degrees Fahrenheit can cause the leaves to yellow and the plant to stop growing.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is around 50%, but it can survive in a range of 40-60%. If the air is too dry, the leaves may start to curl and the plant may become stunted. If the air is too wet, the leaves may start to yellow and drop off.
The fertilizer, this type of plant does best with, is a low nitrogen, high phosphorus and potassium mix. This will help the plant develop strong roots. The roots of the plant are very important, as they are what help the plant to anchor itself in the ground and to uptake nutrients from the soil.
Pruning is an important part of keeping your Lonicera nitida Baggesen's Gold healthy and looking its best. Regular pruning will encourage new growth, help to keep the plant compact and tidy, and prevent it from getting too leggy. When pruning, be sure to use clean, sharp shears. Make sure to prune back to a bud or stem that is pointing in the desired direction of growth.
Propagation is typically done by rooting cuttings taken from the desired plant. The cuttings should be taken from the new growth at the tips of the plant. The cuttings should be about 4-6 inches in length and should have several leaves. The leaves should be removed from the bottom half of the cutting. The cutting should then be placed in a container of water. Once the cutting has rooted, it can be transplanted into a pot or into the ground.
Usually, the plant growth rate is between 24 and 36 inches (60 and 90 cm) per year. Slow-growing plants may only add 6 inches (15 cm) of new growth annually. Fast-growing selections can add as much as 3 feet (90 cm) per year.
Common problems for this kind of plant are that it can be susceptible to powdery mildew and leaf spot. These problems are usually not deadly to the plant, but can cause the leaves to become discolored and drop off. If you notice any of these problems, you should try to treat them right away.
Source:
Lonicera - UC Master Gardener Program of Sonoma County
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