A vigorous semi-evergreen honeysuckle with richly scented flowers and striking purple-tinged foliage.

Lonicera japonica ‘Purpurea’ is a twining climber with unusual bronze-purple young leaves that deepen into green as they mature, creating a distinctive backdrop for its creamy white flowers that age to yellow. From June to August, it produces clusters of highly fragrant tubular blooms that attract bees, butterflies, and pollinators, followed by small black berries in autumn. Hardy and fast-growing, this honeysuckle is perfect for covering fences, trellises, and arbours with colour, fragrance, and seasonal interest.

Key features:

• Striking purple-tinged young foliage, maturing to deep green

• Strongly fragrant white flowers, ageing to yellow

• Vigorous climber with excellent coverage

• Flowers from June to August, followed by autumn berries

• Semi-evergreen for extended seasonal interest

Perfect for:

• Adding fragrance and colour to pergolas and arbours

• Covering walls, fences, or unsightly structures quickly

• Wildlife-friendly planting with blooms and berries

• Gardeners who enjoy climbers with unique foliage and long interest

Growing calendar:

• Planting: Spring or autumn

• Flowering: June – August

• Pruning: Light prune after flowering to shape and control growth

At The Rose Press Garden, we love Lonicera japonica ‘Purpurea’ for its combination of scented summer flowers and purple-toned foliage, bringing beauty and wildlife to the garden.

TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.

1st class P&P to UK is £5.95

2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50

P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8