Honeysuckle Antoshka

Lonicera 'Antoshka' is a medium-sized bush with straight stems of medium thickness and light green leaves, slightly hairy. Bushes grow in moderate latitudes, preferring sunny places and well-fertilized soil; when planting, they are placed at a distance of at least 1.5 m from each other. Pruning is limited to the removal of dried branches.

The berries of the 'Antoshka' variety are large, elongated-oval, weighing about 1–1.4 grams, colored with violet-blue shades with a waxy coating and thick skin. The taste of the berries is sour-sweet, without bitterness, accompanied by a delicate aroma; they are suitable for both fresh consumption and processing. The variety has undergone multi-year trials and received the status of regionalized, which confirms its stability and reliability.

'Antoshka' is characterized by high winter hardiness, resistance to diseases and pests, as well as moderate drought resistance and heat resistance. Yield reaches 2.5 kg from one bush, while fruits do not drop. Early ripening allows using the variety as a pollinator for other types of Lonicera, for example, Mikhurin's Delight and Blue Dessert.