A fence and 6" border right next to the house (separating 2 semi's). I hope that a honeysuckle will grow up & along the fence and give more pleasure/privacy. Shall I use a 7.5" deep by 2.5 feet long container or use the (sandy & with house debris/bits) soil?? I'm hoping it will grow around the french doors too. 2 climbing roses and a clematis are doing well further down but is this a bit close to house for good establishment.
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.
Hi, I need some help with my honeysuckle. I am new to gardening. My honeysuckle has holes in the leaves. It looks like they are being bitten, and also the leaves are turning yellow and dropping off. Please help and give some advice.
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
I need to replace three old trellises with honeysuckle all over them. Can I cut the honeysuckle almost to ground level to replace trellises and if so, when should I do it?
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
My vines haven't bloomed and they are 5 years old......what am I doing wrong?
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.
Hi. My honeysuckle has been very happy on the south side of my garage until last fall. I noticed what looks like powdery mildew that quickly spread through the whole plant, even on the stems. Should I prune it right back to ground level this spring? Or leave it and see how the new growth reacts? I live in central Alberta. Cheers.
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.
Can I cut back in spring?
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
Will honeysuckle tolerate wet soil which can get sodden?
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