Please note: this is a 1 year old bare root seedling.
The Pheasant Berry (Leycesteria Formosa) , also known as Himalayan Honeysuckle, is a striking, exotic-looking shrub that is a real eye-catcher in any garden. With its hanging flowers and edible berries, this plant offers ornamental value all year round and contributes to a lively and nature-friendly environment.
Features:
- Flowering: The Pheasantberry flowers from July to September with hanging clusters of bell-shaped, purple-red bracts and white-pink flowers. These flowers are not only beautiful to look at, but also attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
- Fruits: In late summer and autumn, dark purple to black berries appear which are loved by birds, especially pheasants, from which the plant gets its name.
- Leaves: The fresh green, heart-shaped leaves provide a soft, lush look. In autumn they get a warm glow.
- Height: This shrub reaches a height of 1.5 to 2 meters and has a loose, airy growth habit.
Location and care:
The Leycesteria Formosa likes a spot in full sun or light shade. It grows best in humus-rich, well-drained soil and can withstand mild frosts. The Pheasant Berry is easy to maintain and can be pruned in early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth. The berries taste like a combination of caramel and chocolate but can only be eaten when the berries are well ripe and soft to the touch.
Why choose the Pheasant Berry?
- A perfect choice for a natural, bird-friendly garden.
- The combination of graceful flowers and colorful berries provides months of visual splendor.
- Requires little maintenance and is very suitable for borders or as a solitary plant.
Plant information
This 1-year-old bare-root seedling is sold in winter dormancy without leaves. Bare-root plants are always sold without leaves because the bare roots would otherwise dry out. It is best to pot the plant directly in 70% quality potting soil and 30% perlite. Place the plant in a cool, light place (greenhouse or garage with window) and avoid frost below -5°C. It is best to keep the plant in a pot with good drainage for the first year. When the plant is large enough, it can be planted out.
- Type en soort
- Potted plant
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Sjef van Dongen - Fruitzforlife
Sjef van Dongen - Fruitzforlife
In 2020, Sjef and Wilma van Dongen transformed Sjef's uncle's pig farm into an agroforestry nursery . What began as experiments in their garden, Fruithof De Brand , has grown into a unique 6-hectare project where nursery and food forest come together.
Their focus is on the best, disease-resistant, and flavorful varieties —from mulberries, pawpaws, and leaf curl-free peaches to walnuts, chestnuts, and grapes. This creates a collection of plants that are not only beautiful and productive but also contribute to increased biodiversity.
Sjef combines a pragmatic approach with years of experience in the agricultural industry. This allows him to inspire and provide practical guidance to individuals, communities, and farmers alike in planting trees and shrubs. Using innovative techniques like Air-Pot® container cultivation, he also ensures strong planting material ready to grow into healthy, robust trees.
Their mission? To make people healthier and happier by connecting them with an environment full of edible trees and shrubs – a tangible step towards a greener future.
Cultivation method
Cultivation method
At FruitzforLife, they operate their 6-hectare nursery with a clear conviction: pesticides are unnecessary . They grow strong, resilient plants that are in harmony with their environment.
They grow a large portion of their plants themselves. They also collaborate with families and cutting companies in the Netherlands, France, Poland, and Germany who propagate their plants. This creates a network of growers who share the same vision.
Their nursery model allows farmers and families to plant fruit and nut trees for their own use, while simultaneously growing additional trees for sale. This way, they contribute to a greener future and generate additional income in the first few years after planting.
FruitzforLife operates in an environmentally conscious way : from wood fiber as a growing medium (instead of coir), recycled and reusable pots, and solar-powered electric vehicles to machines that run on biodiesel. Their application for Skal certification is also in progress.
Their nursery is located on two former intensive livestock farms. Where chickens, pigs, and cows once stood, trees and shrubs now flourish. Together with the former farmers and a dedicated team, they are building a chain of families committed to sustainability. This is how FruitzforLife is gradually changing the future – with an eye for people, nature, and future generations.
Pheasant Berry - Bare Root
