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  • Answered by
    David Wynne on
    September 10, 2017
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    Without any doubt - in the soil not the container. You have an ideal spot in so much as both clematis and honeysuckle like their tops to be in the sun, but their roots in the cool. The slabs will ensure this. To prevent the leaves from dropping make sure you keep it well watered.

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    BushDoctor on
    October 2, 2017
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    This does appear to be insect damage, and possibly a pH imbalance as well. I have a remedy that I use, and best of all is that it can be applied any time, and as often as necessary. It is safe, and will not hurt plants, or humans. The Soil priming part will help you to re-gain control of your pH, while giving you extra calcium, and magnesium. You may skip the wettable sulfur, since I normally use this more for fungal infections, but it is still good for the plants anyways, you it would benefit from its use. The recipe is as follows:

    First, you will want to prime the soil with dolomitic lime, then spread wettable sulfur to Kill off any infection in the soil. I Also like to spray the plant itself. Mix a few drops of one or more of these ingredients into warm water with a spoonful of coconut oil: Rosemary oil, lavender oil, neem oil, garlic oil, cinnamon extract/oil and for really bad cases, also add clove oil.

    Here is a link for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/honeysuckle-vine-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    October 12, 2017
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    Yes, you can trim them back pretty hard. You should try to do this when it goes dormant, or in the winter. Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/prune-honeysuckle-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    January 28, 2018
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    Are they getting at least 4 hours of direct sunlight daily; are they in-ground or in a pot? Getting the moisture level right in a pot is difficult and is one reason for buds appearing but no flower developing. Does the plant look healthy and is it growing well? If you are over-fertilizing, there will be lots of vegetative (green) growth but few, if any, flowers. Make sure you use a slow-release or long-acting, balanced fertilizer in early spring. Lastly, check your plant often for aphids. These tiny sucking insects come in many colors and attack new growth and flower buds.

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    January 31, 2018
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    Powdery mildew is a common problem in honeysuckles. It doesn't over-winter in the plant so there is no need to cut it down. However, all those leaves must be removed as they will re-infect this year's leaves if allowed to linger. PM infection is most common during hot, dry spells - just the opposite of what most people think when they hear mildew. Keys to prevention are regular watering at soil level, not on the leaves, selective pruning to allow better air circulation, and consideration of a preventive such as neem oil during the heat of summer. Powdery mildew does not harm the plant; it is a cosmetic problem.

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    March 18, 2018
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    Major pruning is best done while the plant is dormant. Here is more info: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/honeysuckle/prune-honeysuckle-plants.htm

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  • Answered by
    MichiganDot on
    April 4, 2018
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    Honeysuckle likes moist but not soggy soil. It's roots will rot. There are other plants that fit the bill. Here is a link to southern US plants for soggy soil. You can search your state's cooperative extension service for the list in your state. http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/other/landscaping/hgic1718.html

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