


Lonicera henryi — Fragrant evergreen Henryi Honeysuckle
The Lonicera henryi, also called Henryi honeysuckle, is a hardy and elegant climber with evergreen foliage — a rare asset among honeysuckles. Its orange-pink tubular flowers, with a sweet and delicate scent, brighten walls, pergolas, and urban balconies all summer long.
Ideal for terraces, gardens, and urban balconies, it combines fragrant flowering, decorative foliage all year round, and easy cultivation.
Exposure & placement
The Henryi honeysuckle enjoys soft light and a cool base. It thrives equally well in pots or in the ground, against a support or a vertical structure.
- Exposure: sun, partial shade, or light shade (less flowering in dense shade).
- Location: wall, trellis, pergola, fence, or east- or west-facing balcony.
- Adult height: 3 to 5 m depending on support.
- Soil: fertile, fresh, and well-drained.
Verdeia tip: keep the base in the shade (with a tile or groundcover plant) and let the stems climb toward the light for harmonious growth.
Flowering & interest
The Lonicera henryi stands out for its exotic and fragrant flowering. From May to August, its pinkish-orange tubular flowers emit a sweet scent and attract bees and butterflies, enriching urban biodiversity.
- Flower color: pinkish-orange, tubular and decorative.
- Fragrance: sweet and intense, especially in the evening.
- Foliage: dark green, evergreen and glossy.
- Flowering: summer, from May to August.
- Ecological benefit: honey-producing, attracts bees and butterflies.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: regular in the first years, then moderate.
- Soil: rich, fresh, and well-drained.
- Hardiness: down to –15 °C.
- Pruning: light annual pruning to maintain a compact shape.
- Care: low maintenance, ideal for beginner gardeners.
Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new shoots and extend the plant's vigor.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The Lonicera henryi fits perfectly into a natural or romantic terrace, and pairs well with other flowering or evergreen climbers.
- To pair with: star jasmine, clematis, or climbing rose.
- Ideal setting: flowering pergola, green facade, or year-round green balcony.
- Ideal pot: large container or sleek ceramic designer pot.
Pair it with plants that bloom at different times for a lively display from May to October.
Verdeia Tips
- Plant the base in the shade and the top in the sun.
- Water regularly in spring and summer.
- Add compost at the base once a year to stimulate flowering.
- Light pruning at the end of winter to maintain a compact shape.
Lonicera henryi is an evergreen and fragrant climber perfect for a decorative green wall all year round.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Lonicera henryi
- Common name: Henryi Honeysuckle (evergreen)
- Type: Perennial climbing plant
- Pot size: Ø15 cm
- Approximate height: 65 cm
- Maximum adult size: 3 to 5 m depending on support
- Foliage: evergreen, shiny dark green
- Flowering: May to August
- Flower color: pink-orange, tubular
- Fragrance: sweet, especially in the evening
- Exposure: sun, partial shade or light shade
- Watering: regular in the first years, moderate afterwards
- Hardiness: down to –15 °C
- Maintenance: light annual pruning to maintain shape
- Feature: evergreen foliage & fragrant flowering
- Use: balconies, terraces, pergolas, city walls
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Natural / Romantic / Persistent urban jungle
Each plant is unique: the foliage may vary slightly depending on the light and season. Lonicera henryi retains its bright green shine even in mild winter.
Our Verdeia commitments
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

