Honeysuckle 'Indigo Treat'

‘Indigo Treat’ Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea ‘Indigo Treat’). Lonicera caerulea ‘Indigo Treat’, known as ‘Indigo Treat’ honeyberry, is a deciduous fruiting shrub with an upright and compact habit, recognized for its great hardiness and early production. In spring, it is covered with small, creamy white flowers resistant to late frosts, followed in early summer by an abundance of elongated dark blue fruits. Highly productive, Lonicera caerulea ‘Indigo Treat’ offers a uniform harvest suitable for both fresh consumption and processing. Its bluish-green foliage forms a dense mass, ideal for a fruiting hedge or edible bed.

To plant ‘Indigo Treat’ honeyberry, choose a suitable exposure: full sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is well-drained and slightly fertile. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the soil 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 ground is thawed and easy to work.

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. Keep access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Pair 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. Potted roots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.