Leycesteria 'Jealousy' | Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle | Colorful Evergreen Shrub | Pollinator Plant | Burgundy Flowers | 1 Gallon

Leycesteria formosa 'Jealousy', also known as Golden Himalayan Honeysuckle, is an eye-catching semi-evergreen shrub prized for its stunning bronze and chartreuse foliage, dangling burgundy and white flowers, and decorative purple berries. This unique shrub provides multi-season interest and serves as a magnet for hummingbirds, bees, and songbirds.

Blooming throughout summer, the graceful flowers hang beneath colorful bracts and are followed by clusters of dark purple fruit. Heat and humidity tolerant, 'Jealousy' is an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, borders, and containers.

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.