Haskap 'Yezberry Solo'

‘Yezberry Solo’ Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea ‘Yezberry Solo’). Lonicera caerulea 'Yezberry Solo', known as 'Yezberry Solo' honeyberry, is a deciduous fruiting shrub renowned for its early production of flavorful berries and excellent hardiness. This compact variety forms a dense, rounded bush that integrates easily into vegetable gardens, fruit gardens, and edible landscapes. In spring, small creamy-white flowers appear very early in the season, followed by elongated, dark blue berries covered with a slight bloom. The fruits have a sweet and slightly tart flavor reminiscent of a mix of blueberry and raspberry, and are excellent eaten fresh or made into jams, juices, and desserts.

To plant 'Yezberry Solo' honeyberry, choose a suitable exposure: full sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is rich, well-drained soil. Water the root ball before planting and ensure water can drain after planting. During establishment, check moisture by hand before watering again. Distribute mulch around the base, leaving the crown clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering soil 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 arrange 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. Combine 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.