Blue Horn Honeyberry – Early Blooming

Blue Horn Honeyberry A Russian selection that is a vigorous and upright grower with berries that are large, juicy and very sweet. Blue Horn fruits come to a distinct point giving them a unique look from other honeyberries. Latin Name: Lonicera caerulea Site and Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drained soil with full to partial sun. Pollination Requirements: Two varieties with similar bloom time are needed for cross-pollination. Hardiness: Hardy to minus 40º F. Bearing Age: 2-3 years after planting. Size at Maturity: 3-5 ft. in height and 3-5 ft. in width Taste: Sweet-tart, blueberry-like flavor Fruit Skin: Blue Fruit Size: Large Bloom Time: March-April Ripening Time: May-June Pests & Diseases:  To deter birds, use mylar flash tape or cover plants with netting. Powdery mildew is common fungal disease that affects Honeyberry plants but doesn’t cause significant damage. USDA Zone: 2-7 Pollination Requirements: Two varieties with similar bloom time are needed for cross-pollination.