Botanical profile

Lonicera caerulea 'Indigo Yum'

Latin name
Lonicera caerulea 'Indigo Yum'
Common name
Honeyberry 'Indigo Yum'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Caprifoliaceae

Lonicera caerulea 'Indigo Yum' lives up to its name: its fruits are fleshy, with a well-balanced sweetness and a sought-after aromatic intensity. This variety performs very well in mixed cultivation, providing efficient flowering for cross-pollination. Its compact appearance and regular production make it an ideal candidate for intensive plantings or gourmet arrangements where fruit quality is at the heart of the project.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Very sweet blue fruits, pleasant taste.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Repellent
Helps repel certain pests

Repellent

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.