Lonicera henryi Henrys Honeysuckle

Lonicera Henryi is an evergreen climber shrub that is an excellent alternative to the English Ivy. This vigorous climber will reach a height of 9 metres at maturity, twining and climbing using supports. It features large lance-shaped mid-green foliage that looks very glossy when wet. Also known as Henrys Honeysuckle, this vigorous vine originally comes from the forests of China. It is a giant climber, perfect for covering walls and ground.
Henrys Honeysuckle produces slender dark-green leaves that curl themselves in strong winters. Although the plant is evergreen in nature, it might act as semi-green in some regions with harsh winters. The leaves will then drop in winter and emerge again in spring.
It blooms two-lipped yellow flowers that are flushed with red in summer, followed by purple berries in autumn. The flowers look moderately ornamental and attract a lot of wildlife during the season.
Lonicera Honeysuckle thrives in full sun or semi-shady spots but dislikes full shade as the leaves in the lower plant will start fading excessively. Plant it in a humus-rich soil that is moist and well-drained. It prefers its roots in shade and the head in the sun.