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    RedCrocus Lonicera nitida 'Red Tips' Box Honeysuckle Live Plant - Evergreen Hedge Shrub, Fast-Growing, Red New Growth, Sun to Part Shade, USDA Zones 6-9 1 Gallon Nursery Pot

    RedCrocus Lonicera nitida 'Red Tips' Box Honeysuckle Live Plant - Evergreen Hedge Shrub, Fast-Growing, Red New Growth, Sun to Part Shade, USDA Zones 6-9 1 Gallon Nursery Pot

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    Lonicera Red Tips

    Evergreen honeysuckle with vivid red-tinted new growth — dense, clip-friendly structure
    USDA 6–9 Full Sun to Part Shade Fast-Growing Hedge & Topiary
    Description

    Lonicera Red Tips is an elegant, fine-textured evergreen honeysuckle prized for its bronze-to-red colored new growth that matures to glossy deep green. Often listed in the trade as a selection akin to Lonicera nitida ‘Red Tips’, this shrub forms a dense, tidy mound that responds beautifully to clipping. Small, creamy white spring flowers subtly perfume the air and provide nectar for pollinators, while the plant’s compact habit makes it a versatile choice for low hedges, foundation planting, knot gardens, and container topiary. Tough, adaptable, and fast to establish, it thrives in sun or light shade and is an excellent boxwood alternative in many regions.

    Suggested Uses
    Low hedges & edges Topiary & clipping Foundation planting Borders & mixed shrub beds Urban & coastal gardens Container specimens Wildlife-friendly plantings Slope/retaining wall accents
    Plant Details
    • Botanical Name iconBotanical NameLonicera Red Tips (marketed akin to Lonicera nitida ‘Red Tips’)
    • Common Name iconCommon NameLonicera Red Tips; Box Honeysuckle ‘Red Tips’
    • Size & Growth iconSize & GrowthSize and growth iconTypically 4–6 ft tall and wide; can reach ~8 ft unpruned. Dense, finely branched structure that clips cleanly for hedges and topiary.
    • Hardiness Zones iconHardiness ZonesUSDA 6–9 (tolerant of a range of conditions once established)
    • Foliage Type iconFoliage TypeEvergreen; tiny, glossy leaves with striking bronze-red new tips that age to deep green.
    • Bloom Time iconBloom TimeLate spring to early summer; occasional sporadic flowers later in the season in mild climates.
    • Growth Rate iconGrowth RateFast; establishes quickly and responds well to regular clipping.
    • Light Requirements iconLight RequirementsFull sun to part shade; best color and density with at least 4–6 hours of sun. Tolerates bright shade.
    • Attracts Pollinators iconAttracts PollinatorsYes—small, nectar-rich flowers support bees, hoverflies, and other beneficials.
    • Indoor Friendly iconIndoor FriendlyNot recommended as a houseplant; best outdoors in landscape or on patios.
    • Container Friendly iconContainer FriendlyYes—excellent in large containers and for topiary with regular watering and feeding.
    • Deer Resistant iconDeer ResistantGenerally deer-resistant; foliage is seldom browsed.
    • Pet Warning iconPet WarningBerries and foliage can be mildly toxic if ingested; may cause GI upset in pets—discourage chewing.
    • Fragrant iconFragrantLight, subtle fragrance from the small spring flowers (not strongly scented).
    • Cut Flower iconCut FlowerNot typically grown for blooms; clipped stems make long-lasting, fine-textured foliage for arrangements.
    • Grows Well With iconGrows Well WithGrows Well With Lavender, Hebe, Euonymus, Nandina, Spiraea, dwarf Pittosporum, boxwood alternatives, ornamental grasses, Salvia, Nepeta.
    Care Tips
    • Planting Instructions iconPlanting InstructionsPlant at the same depth as in the nursery pot with the root flare at soil level. Space 3–5 ft apart for a low hedge. Loosen circling roots, water in thoroughly, and mulch 2–3 in (away from stems).
    • Soil Moisture iconSoil MoistureKeep evenly moist the first season; once established, tolerates short dry periods. Water deeply during extended drought, especially in containers or newly clipped hedges.
    • Soil Type iconSoil TypeWell-drained loam, sandy, or light clay; pH ~6.0–8.0. Avoid waterlogged sites—good drainage is key to longevity.
    • Humidity iconHumidityAdaptable to normal outdoor humidity; ensure airflow in dense plantings to minimize foliar issues.
    • Pruning Instructions iconPruning InstructionsLightly trim after flowering for shape. For formal hedges/topiary, shear 2–4 times during active growth. Every 2–3 years, thin out up to a third of the oldest stems to keep plants dense from the base.
    • Winter Care iconWinter CareHardy in zones 6–9. Mulch in late fall to buffer roots. In exposed sites, protect from drying winds. Overwinter containers in a sheltered spot to reduce freeze–thaw stress.
    • Planting Depth iconPlanting DepthSet crown level with surrounding soil; do not bury stems. Backfill with native soil amended with compost if needed; firm and water to settle.
    • Fertilization iconFertilizationApply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring; top-dress with compost. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can push soft growth and reduce density.
    • Special Care iconSpecial CareIdeal for topiary and knot gardens; tolerates urban conditions and light coastal exposure. Monitor for aphids or scale—treat with horticultural oil if needed. Avoid prolonged soggy soils.
    Plant profile provides typical guidance for this plant type; growing performance may vary with local climate and conditions.
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