Lonicera caerulea 'Yezberry Maxie' - Haskap
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🌿 Features
Type: Hardy fruit shrub
Common name: Honeyberry
Scientific name: Lonicera caerulea 'Yezberry Maxie'
Flower color: Creamy white to pale yellow, small and delicate
Fruit color: Deep blue-black, elongated
Mature height: 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft)
Mature width: 0.8–1.0 m (2.5–3 ft)
Habit: Upright, bushy, compact, and productive
Flowering period: April to May
Fruiting period: June to July
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Watering needs: Moderate, regular during growing season
Soil type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral, fertile
Hardiness zone: Zone 2 to 8
Drought tolerance: Good once established
Pollinator-friendly plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, especially bees
Edibility: Flavorful fruits, rich in antioxidants
✂️ Care
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Water regularly at planting to promote rooting, then maintain moderate moisture during growth. Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain a balanced shape and encourage abundant production the following year.
This extremely hardy shrub thrives with minimal care and requires no winter protection. Ideal for fruit gardens, productive hedges, and northern landscapes, it offers a generous harvest of delicious and nutritious fruits from the second year.