How to Plant Lonicera Pileata

Often grown as a living fence, Lonicera pileata, also known as Privet Honeysuckle, is a native evergreen plant of China that grows to heights of 2 to 3 feet with a spread of 8 feet. Lonicera pileata is hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture zones 5 through 9. Late in the spring, small white blooms appear and perfume the air. Plant the Lonicera pileata in the early spring or fall in an area that has full-sun exposure or partial shade.

Spade or shovel
Compost
Mulch

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the vegetation in an area that is 4 to 5 feet in diameter. Lonicera pileata grows better is it doesn't have to compete for nutrients and water.
- 2
  Dig a hole that is twice the diameter of the Lonicera pileata's container. Keep the depth the same as the root ball.
- 3
  Scuff the sides and bottom of the planting hole with the edge of your spade to loosen the soil.
- 4
  Fill the planting hole with water and allow the water to drain away naturally.
- 5
  Amend the soil removed from the hole with 3 inches of compost. Compost helps add nutrients to the soil and provides better drainage for the water.
- 6
  Remove the root ball from its container and position the root ball in the center of the hole. The top of the root ball should be level with the soil.
- 7
  Backfill with the amended soil around the root ball. Firm the soil when the hole is filled to half. Finish filling the hole and tamp the soil in place with your feet or hands.
- 8
  Water the Lonicera pileata to a depth of 12 to 15 inches. Turn the water to a slow flow.
- 9
  Add a 2- to 4-inch layer of mulch around the Lonicera pileata. Leave 2 inches of space between the mulch and the base of the plant.
- 10
  Provide an inch of water each week during the growing season unless there is adequate rainfall.

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