Leycesteria 'Jealousy' | Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle Semi-Evergreen Shrub | Pollinator Friendly | 1 Gallon

Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy', known as Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle, is a semi-evergreen shrub featuring striking bronze and chartreuse foliage, with dangling burgundy and white flowers followed by decorative purple berries. This shrub blooms throughout summer and attracts hummingbirds, bees, and songbirds.

Heat and humidity tolerant, it thrives in USDA zones 7a–10a and prefers full sun to dappled shade. Ideal for pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, borders, containers, and wildlife gardens.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy'
• Common Name: Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle
• Plant Type: Semi-Evergreen Shrub
• Foliage Color: Bronze and Chartreuse
• Flower Color: Burgundy and White
• Fruit: Decorative Purple Berries
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Size: 3–5 ft Tall x 2–4 ft Wide
• Light Requirements: Full Sun to Dappled Shade
• Water Needs: Regular to Occasional
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 7a–10a
• Characteristics: Pollinator Friendly, Bird Friendly, Heat Tolerant, Humidity Tolerant, Showy Foliage

Uses

• Pollinator gardens
• Cottage gardens
• Mixed shrub borders
• Container plantings
• Wildlife gardens
• Accent or specimen plant

Planting Partners

• Salvia
• Agastache
• Abelia
• Heuchera
• Lavender

Care Tips

• Plant in average to rich, well-drained soil.
• Prefers full sun to light shade for best foliage color.
• Water regularly during establishment.
• Prune in late winter or early spring to shape if needed.
• Mulch around the base to conserve moisture.