The honeysuckle - this twister has it all. This climbing plant quickly conquers objects in its vicinity. With its dense foliage and delicate flowers, it acts as a valuable privacy screen and can also cover dreary masonry underneath. But how is the honeysuckle planted correctly?

The honeysuckle likes to climb up fences, trellises or house walls

When should you plant honeysuckle?

Honeysuckle can be planted as long as the soil is frost free. It is well hardy. It should preferably be planted outside of its flowering period, as this robs it of its strength. The ideal planting time is early spring.

Which location is suitable for the honeysuckle?

Whether on walls, fences, house facades or trees or as ground cover - the honeysuckle feels most comfortable in a bright and moderately warm location. The choice should fall on a semi-shady spot. It would be ideal if the humidity there was high and the location protected from the wind.

Too much sun can dry out honeysuckle and make it more susceptible to pests. A shady location can also be considered if necessary. But consider this: the honeysuckle grows bare there due to the lack of light. This makes it harder for it to cover walls and the like.

Does the honeysuckle place special demands on the soil?

In general, the honeysuckle is undemanding. The top priority when it comes to soil is constant moisture. The soil should never dry out but should be kept fresh to moderately moist. Waterlogging should not occur, as it will soon lead to root rot. Less crucial properties of the soil are:

  • good air permeability
  • relaxed
  • rich in humus
  • low in lime
  • nutritious

How is the planting done?

  • Dig a planting hole twice as wide and deep as the root ball of the honeysuckle
  • Mix in compost and sand
  • Put honeysuckle in and cover with soil
  • attach plant support if necessary
  • Plant ground cover or apply a layer of mulch

How to propagate honeysuckle

You can propagate the honeysuckle, which requires little maintenance, by cuttings or planters. On the other hand, it can be multiplied by sowing. The propagation of cuttings and sinkers is common. Both are best done in spring.

tips and tricks

Anyone who plants the honeysuckle in a bucket should definitely provide a trellis!

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Vegetable garden