Haskap 'Borealis'

‘Borealis’ Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea ‘Borealis’). Lonicera caerulea ‘Borealis’, also known as ‘Borealis’ honeyberry, is a deciduous fruiting shrub with an upright, vigorous habit, renowned for its exceptionally large fruits and great hardiness. Very well-suited to northern climates, it flowers early in spring with small, creamy-white flowers resistant to late frosts. From early summer, it produces an abundant harvest of elongated, dark blue fruits, among the largest in the honeyberry range. Its dense, bluish-green foliage makes it an excellent choice for a fruit hedge or edible perennial bed.

To plant ‘Borealis’ honeyberry, choose a suitable exposure: full sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is well-drained, slightly fertile. Water the root ball before planting it in the ground and ensure water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Spread mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the soil's richness. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work with. In hot weather, monitor newly planted plants more frequently.

Allow a width of 1.5 m (5 ft) to plan this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 1.5 m (5 ft) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Associate this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.