Lonicera nitida is a species of flowering plant in the honeysuckle family. In English, it is sometimes given the common names box honeysuckle or Wilson's honeysuckle. It is widely used as a low-hedging plant, and for topiary. It is also a popular low-maintenance ground cover plant for urban landscaping.
The species is native to China, in the area of Yunnan and West Sichuan, where It grows in scrub form along streams at 1,200–3,000 m (3,900–9,800 ft).
| Requirement | |
|---|---|
| Hardiness | 5,6,7,8 |
| Heat Zones | 5,6,7,8,9 |
| Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Honeysuckle family |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer |
| Height | 1' - 2' |
| Spread | 2' - 3' |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Maintenance | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Acid |
| Characteristics | Evergreen |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden |
| Planting Place | Edging, Patio and Containers |