Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Lonicera 'Mandarin' is a vigorous, deciduous climber producing vibrant orange flowers from June to August, that will quickly cover a wall or fence. New foliage is a rich bronze colour, before maturing to deep green. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
For best results plant Lonicera 'Mandarin' in moist but well-drained soil. Honeysuckle can be prone to mildew and aphids – to prevent this grow up a north-facing wall or fence so the roots are kept in the shade but the foliage can grow into the sun.
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Lonicera ‘Mandarin’ and wildlife
Lonicera ‘Mandarin’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Lonicera ‘Mandarin’ poisonous?
Lonicera ‘Mandarin’ irritates skin. Its foliage and fruit are toxic.
