Lonicera nitida 'Golden Glow' Thunderbolt box Honeysuckle is a really long name for an amazing little plant. This beautiful, award-winning honeysuckle is highly sought after by gardeners around the world because of its flashy chartreuse foliage, dense growth habit, and amazing aroma. It grows 3 to 4 feet tall and wide with a somewhat cascading habit. You can let it naturally cascade for focal interest, or shape it to fit your taste.
Because of its smaller leaf size and dense form, Thunderbolt® makes a great boxwood hedge replacement in landscape locations with partial sun. Plus, its beautiful white flowers add more color and fragrance to your landscape than you can get with a boxwood. It’s less susceptible to spider mites than boxwood, and it doesn’t get the same degree of winter burn that boxwoods are known for. On top of all that, it will attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators to your yard.
This plant isn't just about looks. It’s a highly versatile plant that is well-suited to a wide range of growing conditions. Thunderbolt box Honeysuckle is an excellent choice for gardeners who live in areas with harsh climates. It’s hardy to zone 5 and can easily withstand high winds, heavy rain, and snow. Thunderbolt tolerates sandy, loamy, and clay soils and is extremely low-maintenance, making it a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
Unlike many other types of plants that require regular pruning and care, the Golden Glow is able to grow and thrive with very little intervention. Simply plant it in a well-lit area with good drainage, and watch as it grows into a stunning and vibrant addition to your landscape. Even better, it’s deer and rabbit resistant.
Of course, one of the best things about 'Golden Glow' Thunderbolt box Honeysuckle is its stunning aesthetic. The bright, chartreuse foliage is truly striking, and looks great when paired with other types of plants with contrasting foliage colors such as blue junipers, red smoke bush, or orange rocket barberry bushes. If you're looking for a way to add some color to your garden during the fall and winter months, Golden Glow Thunderbolt leaves will retain their bright color even as many other plants are losing their leaves.
So, if you’re looking for a plant with stunning chartreuse foliage, that thrives in a variety of soil types, attracts pollinators, and requires very little maintenance, Golden Glow Thunderbolt Honeysuckle may be the ideal plant for your garden.
