Blue Velvet™ Honeyberry Plant

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Description

Grow large crops of tasty, unique berries. These members of the honeysuckle family produce clusters of elongated berries with a high level of antioxidants and a sweet, blueberry-like flavor that is good for fresh eating or making preserves. Upright growth habit. Healthy plants can have a life span of up to 50 years! Cold-hardy. Ripens in late May, early June.

For this specimen to produce, it’ll need a different honeyberry plant that blooms around the same time to pollinate it.

Characteristics

Bloom Color Cream, Yellow
Bloom Time Late
Fruit Color Blue
Fruit Size Large - Extra Large
Ripens/Harvest Late May, Early June
Shade/Sun Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 5.5 - 7.5
Taste Sweet, Tart
Texture Juicy
Years to Bear 1 - 2
Zone Range 3 - 8

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 3 - 8
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow honeyberry plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

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