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Honeysuckle

Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'

Extremely floriferous with clusters of red trumpet flowers on mildew resistant clean foliage.

1) Dig a hole two times the width of the root ball, gently remove packing material from root ball.
2) Set root ball in hole, making top even with ground level, fill in around root ball with soil mix to ground level, water to settle mix and add more soil if needed.
3) Form a water basin around the plant with a mound of soil, water once again filling the water basin.
4) Add a 1/4"layer of mulch to conserve moisture and water thoroughly once to two times weekly until plant is established.

Characteristics:

Bloom Time:

Blooms summer

Mature Height:

48-96 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

4-8 Find your zone

Exposure:

Full Sun,Partial Shade

Features and Usage:

Greenhouse Growing Instructions:

Grow on at 55-60° F to promote new root growth. Keep evenly moist but never overly wet. Once plants are actively growing fertilizer can be applied according to directions. Pinch to increase branching.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 38
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: Low

Transplanting Instructions:

Plant in well draining professional potting soil keeping crown of plant at same level it was in the plug. Once potted, water immediately and apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.

Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:

Easy to grow in well-drained soil. Prefers full sun to partial shade.

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We have done our best to describe this plant as accurately as possible, however, different climates
and growing conditions in different parts of the country will affect height, bloom time, and color.