Leycesteria formosa 'Golden Lanterns' - Himalayan Honeysuckle 3 Litre Pot

Leycesteria formosa 'Golden Lanterns'

A vibrant and architectural deciduous shrub that brings luminous golden foliage to the garden throughout the growing season. The stunning leaf colour is complemented by elegant drooping flower clusters that attract pollinators and add exotic charm.

Seasonal Highlights

Golden-yellow foliage provides bright colour from spring through summer. Pendulous white flowers emerge in summer, surrounded by striking burgundy bracts that dangle like lanterns. These are followed by purple berries in autumn that are highly attractive to birds, extending interest into the cooler months.

Key Features

• Bright golden-yellow foliage throughout the season
• Distinctive pendulous flowers with burgundy bracts
• Purple autumn berries for wildlife
• Fast-growing architectural form
• Fully hardy and easy to grow

Perfect For

Excellent for wildlife gardens and informal mixed borders. Ideal for adding bright foliage interest to woodland edges or shaded areas. Works well as a specimen plant or in groups for maximum impact. Suitable for coastal gardens and urban settings.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates a wide range of conditions but colours best with some sun. Cut back hard in early spring to promote fresh golden growth and maintain shape. Water during dry spells when establishing. Mulch annually to retain moisture.

Looks Great With

Combines beautifully with purple-leaved shrubs such as Cotinus for colour contrast. Works well with hardy geraniums, ferns, and ornamental grasses. Complements other wildlife-friendly plants and looks stunning alongside Phormiums and Cordylines for exotic effect.

A fast-growing and rewarding shrub that delivers outstanding foliage colour, unusual flowers, and valuable wildlife benefits with minimal care required.

Leycesteria formosa 'Golden Lanterns' - Himalayan Honeysuckle 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Fast Growing Summer White Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.