Overview
Honeysuckle Bonsai (Lonicera species) is a vigorous shrub or climber with small leaves, flowers and strong back-budding. It is best suited to beginners, exposed root, clump and informal designs. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor.
Placement
sun to partial shade; flowering is best with good light
Watering
keep evenly moist during active growth
Feeding and fertilising
feed in spring and summer
Pruning and wiring
prune often because it grows fast; hard pruning is usually tolerated
Repotting
repot every 2 years while vigorous
Propagation
cuttings, layering or division for suckering types
Pests, diseases and common issues
aphids, mildew and overly coarse growth if overfed