Lonicera nitida 'Baggesen's Gold' ~ Baggesen's Gold Honeysuckle Size:1 GALLON Symphyotrichum novae-angliae flower (35)

Symphyotrichum novae-angliae flower (35)

Attractive red flowers bloom in spring before the foliage emerges and gives way to red-tinged samaras

Can be kept at shrub size by pruning to the ground every 2-3 years

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Ruellia humilis (Wild Petunia) (28191294063)

Lonicera nitida 'Baggesen's Gold' ~ Baggesen's Gold Honeysuckle Size:1 GALLON Symphyotrichum novae-angliae flower (35)Baggesen's Gold Honeysuckle is a dense spreading evergreen shrub with arching branches and small ovate leaves resembling boxwood. The foliage emerges gold, fades to chartreuse in fall, and turns bronzy in winter. The small fragrant creamy white flowers bloom in spring and are followed by sparse purple fruits in fall. Best color in part sun and well drained soil. Type: Shrub Origins: China Height: 4' 6' Spread: 4 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9