{"product_id":"lonicera-caerulea-berry-blue","title":"Lonicera caerulea 'Berry Blue' - Honeyberry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿 Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy fruit shrub\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyberry\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lonicera caerulea 'Berry Blue'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white to pale yellow, small and delicate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep blue, flavorful and sweet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight at maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2–1.5 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth at maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8–1.0 m\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy, vigorous and very productive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e April to May\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting period:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to July\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, regular during growth period\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral, fertile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 to 8\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelliferous plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, especially bees\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruits exceptionally rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and natural flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e                                                                                                                                                                                          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✂️ Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Water regularly at planting to encourage rooting, then maintain moderate moisture during growth. Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain a balanced shape and encourage abundant production the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Berry Blue variety is extremely hardy and thrives with minimal maintenance, requiring no winter protection. Its exceptionally sweet and flavorful fruits make it a popular choice for fruit gardens, productive hedges, and northern landscapes. Generous harvest from the second year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2 gal +","offer_id":49784889180464,"sku":"","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\" to 1'","offer_id":66863043707184,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/lonicera-caerulea-BERRY-BLUE-ET-INDIGO-GEM.png?v=1712874741","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/lonicera-caerulea-berry-blue","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}