Leycesteria formosaPheasant Berry

Position: Thrives in most soils in full sun or partial shade.

Pruning: Remove any weak dead or damage shoots after flowering.

Leycesteria formosa (also referred to as Himalayan Honeysuckle, Flowering Nutmeg and Pheasant Berry) is one of Ashwoods most recommended low-maintenance shrubs. Vigorous and upright; Leycesteria can reach up to 5 or 6 feet within 10 years, making them the perfect immediate-impact plant for your garden.

What we love about Himalayan Honeysuckle:

Low-Maintenance: These shrubs are hardy through winter, thrive in normal garden soil, and do not require regular pruning. They are even recommended for coastal gardens.

Wildlife Friendly: Nursery staff note that lots of bees have been seen floating around the white trumpet flowers and purple berries.

Long Lasting: The purple bracts enclosing white flowers hang down in the form of a tassel. These are then followed by deep purple berries, and this process is ongoing throughout the whole of June, July, August and September. A

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