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Why we like this plant
Love honeysuckle but want something a little different? ‘Copper Beauty’ blends that classic honeysuckle charm with showy, bronzed new leaves and warm-toned blooms. It’s the perfect plant if you're after a climber that stands out from the crowd, keeps its looks through winter in mild spots, and plays well with pollinators.
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About this plant
Lonicera henryi ‘Copper Beauty’ is a semi-evergreen honeysuckle prized for its lush foliage and striking, copper-bronze new growth. This vigorous climber boasts clusters of tubular, yellow-orange flowers in summer, often followed by small black berries. Ideal for covering walls, fences, or pergolas, it brings a warm-toned splash of colour to any garden. A low-maintenance choice, it offers both ornamental and wildlife value, with nectar-rich blooms that draw in bees and other pollinators.
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Key features
- Attractive coppery new foliage
- Yellow-orange summer flowers
- Pollinator-friendly
- Semi-evergreen
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Eventual height and
spreadHeight: 400–600cm | Spread: 150–200cm
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Growth
habitA fast-growing climber that twines readily through supports with leafy, arching stems.
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Moisture
Moist but well-drained
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Position in
the GardenIdeal for sunny or semi-shaded walls, fences, and trellises
Planting guide
Plant in a sheltered, sunny or partially shaded spot with something to climb. Water well during dry periods, and mulch to conserve moisture.
Care tips
Provide support for climbing. Prune back after flowering to shape and encourage bushier growth. Mulch in spring and water during prolonged dry spells.
Winter care
Requires little winter maintenance. In colder regions, mulch at the base to protect roots. Lightly prune in late winter or early spring.