Lonicera xylosteum - Caprifoglio peloso

description

the lonicera xylosteum(a hairy clover) is a spontaneous shrub, diffused in the woods and natural hedges. It stands out for its compact bearing and spring blossoming followed by small decorative red fruits.

It is ideal for natural hedges and renaturalization interventions, although less used in ornamental areas than other species of the genus.

characteristic

  • Type: arbusto caducifoglia
  • height: 1–3 m
  • exposure: sun, half shade
  • land: adaptable
  • rusticity: very high
  • flowering: spring
  • flower color: white-yellowish
  • fruit: red berries
  • use: natural hedges, biodiversity

origin

autochthonous species widespread in Europe and Asia, spontaneously present in wooded environments and forest margins.

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