Berry Blue Honeyberry Bush
'Berry Blue' is a vigorous and reliable honeyberry cultivar known for its early blooms and sweet-tart fruit. Its oblong, deep blue berries ripen earlier than most fruits in spring, making it one of the first harvests of the season.
This variety is prized as an excellent pollinator for other honeyberries such as ‘Aurora’ and produces fruit best when planted with a compatible partner. The berries are rich in antioxidants and perfect for fresh eating, smoothies, preserves, or pies.
- Early-spring, blueberry-like fruit
- Important pollinator for other honeyberries
- Ideal for jams, pies, and fresh snacks
- ❄️ Very cold-hardy (down to -40°F)
- Mature Size: 4–6 ft. tall and wide
Note: Honeyberries require cross-pollination. Plant with another honeyberry variety that blooms at the same time for best results.
Growing Zones: 2–7 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 4–6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Mature Width: | 4–6 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Lonicera caerulea 'Berry Blue' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Bloom Time: | Early Spring |
| Type: | Honeyberry (Haskap) |
FAQ's
Is Berry Blue self-pollinating?
No, it requires another honeyberry variety like 'Aurora' for cross-pollination to produce fruit.
When does it produce fruit?
Berry Blue typically produces fruit in early to mid-spring, depending on climate.
Is it cold-hardy?
Yes, it's extremely cold-hardy and thrives in USDA Zones 2–7.
What do the berries taste like?
The berries are sweet-tart with a flavor similar to blueberries with a hint of raspberry.
Can it grow in partial shade?
Yes, but full sun is recommended for best fruit production and plant vigor.
