Lonicera fragrantissima is a semi-evergreen shrub that is famous as the most fragrant honeysuckle.
It has short, creamy/white flowers in pairs through late winter and early spring, which are followed by dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Winter honeysuckle is a compact, spreading shrub with a rounded habit.
Its dense growth habit and arching branches make it an excellent choice for hedges, borders, or as a standalone specimen in the garden. The oval-shaped leaves are dark green and provide a lush backdrop for the abundant blooms.
One of the most significant attributes of winter honeysuckle is its highly fragrant flowers. They are tubular in shape and borne in clusters along the stems. Their intense fragrance fills the garden, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
This early flowering period makes it a valuable addition to gardens, providing much-needed scent and color during the colder months when few other plants are blooming.
The fragrant flowers can be used in floral arrangements and potpourri.