Leycesteria Formosa 'Purple Rain' - Leycesteria, Himalayan Honeysucke: Information and Pictures from Plant Encyclopedia

Leycesteria Formosa 'Purple Rain' - Leycesteria, Himalayan Honeysucke
Type	Shrub, Deciduous
Size	Large Border (1 to 3m height)
Form	Spreading arching
Colours	Dark green Foliage, Purple Flowers (Summer)
Care	Some maintenance required
Hardiness	Very hardy
Growth	Fast growing

This leycesteria produces masses of racemes of purple blossom in mid summer, followed by attractive ruby purple berries which will last into the autumn and winter months.

Cultivation tips: This fast growing shrub will flourish on most soil types, even really troublesome soils like chalk and clay. This golden form will require full sun to be be at its best but it will tolerate part sun. Prune out excessive thick or weak stems in late winter and mulch every 3 years to improve soil fertility.