Tundra Edible Haskap Honeysuckle
Lonicera kamtschatica
These compact, small pretty European bushes are our first fruits to ripen at the nursery. Very hardy, they thrive in Siberia. The flowers are not showy or scented like a honeysuckle vine but the fruits are good. Blue, tart and flavorful, the fruits ripen before strawberries. Can be shy producers in areas prone to late frosts. Also known as Honeyberry and Haskap, Tundra edible honeysuckle is a easy care addition to any landscape. They perform best in colder zones 5,4,and 3.Tundra's fruits are large compared to other cultivars with the average fruit weighing 1.5 grams. The plump fruits are highly aromatic, black raspberry sweetness with a blueberry tang. Tundra has top rated flavor among all named varieties. The fruits shape, light blue color, and size are very attractive. Bush height 4-5' Zone 3-7. Space 4' circle.
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Pest Resistance | Excellent |
| Disease Resistance | Excellent |
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Heat Tolerance | Good |
| Humidity Tolerance | Very Good |
| Sun Tolerance | Very Good |
| Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
| Shade Tolerance | Good |
| No Spray | Very Good |
| Salt Tolerance | Poor |
| Fresh for Kids | Fair |
| Thorns | No |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Soil Type | Adaptable |
| Edible Type | Fruit |
| Self Fertile | No |
| This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome | |