You may have embraced Honeysuckle as a child, sucking on the sweet nectar of the flowers. A favourite summer past-time. We always found it to be a great novelty when coming across a Honeysuckle plant.

Over a hundred species of honeysuckle exist and among the most fragrant are the wild English honeysuckle (Lonicera caprifolium) the Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) and Lonicera fragrantissima, which comes originally from China.

In perfume it can enhance a touch of Aniseed, blend romantically with other white florals – Orange Blossom and Jasmine – or add a fresh green note.