Honeysuckle planting conditions and climate requirements

Introduction to Honeysuckle

Honeysuckle is a plant of the Caprifoliaceae family, Lonicera genus. The leafy stems and branches are also called honeysuckle vines. It can be used for medicinal purposes and is also very ornamental. It is grown in most parts of China and has been cultivated and produced in many areas. Among them, those produced in Henan and Shandong are the most famous. Common varieties of honeysuckle include red honeysuckle, white honeysuckle, large hairy flower and mountain honeysuckle.

Honeysuckle planting conditions

Honeysuckle has a well-developed root system and strong adaptability to the environment. The branches can take root in about half a month under suitable temperature and humidity. Therefore, it is mostly propagated by cuttings in production. It is not strict about soil and climatic conditions. It likes an environment with plenty of sunlight and is not afraid of drought or waterlogging. It is suitable for planting in deep, loose and fertile sandy loam.

Honeysuckle planting climate

Honeysuckle is very resistant to low temperatures and can withstand temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees Celsius, so it is also known as honeysuckle. It grows slowly below 3 degrees, begins to sprout above 5 degrees, and the growth rate of new shoots accelerates above 16 degrees, and flower buds grow fast around 20 degrees.

Suitable areas for growing honeysuckle

Honeysuckle has strong adaptability to soil and is suitable for planting in sandy loam with thick soil and good drainage. It can be cultivated on hillsides, terraces, dikes, embankments, and barren hills. It is planted in all provinces of the country except Heilongjiang, Inner Mongolia, Ningxia, Qinghai, Xinjiang, Hainan and Tibet where it does not grow naturally.

Honeysuckle planting time

Honeysuckle seedlings can be planted in spring and autumn. If you choose seed propagation, it is suitable to sow in April in spring. If you choose cutting propagation, it should be done in the rainy season every year.

Benefits of Honeysuckle Planting

Honeysuckle is sweet and cold in nature, and has the effects of clearing away heat and detoxifying, reducing inflammation and swelling. It can treat fetal toxins, sores, fever and thirst in children. It has certain effects on bacterial dysentery and various suppurative diseases. It can be used for medicinal purposes and has now been made into medicines such as "Yinqiao Jiedu Tablets", "Yinhuang Tablets", and "Yinhuang Injection".