BLUE BERRY

The blue honeysuckle 'Blue Berry' is a medium-sized bush with a semi-spherical shape, reaching a height of about 1.4 meters and a diameter of up to 1.8 meters. The bushes have medium spreading and strong immunity, making them resistant to diseases and pests. The plant's flowers are pink and white, blooming in May, with fruiting starting in June. This variety is characterized by frost resistance and hardiness, allowing it to be grown in various climatic conditions, including areas with winter temperatures down to -40°C. The plant prefers sunny areas with loose, drained loamy soil and requires abundant watering for optimal development. The fruits of 'Blue Berry' are large, with an average mass of about 1.3 grams and up to 2 grams, having an elongated oval or gourd shape with a dark blue or almost black skin. The surface of the berries is covered with a waxy bloom, which can be weak or strong, depending on growing conditions. The skin is of medium thickness, and the pulp is soft and juicy. The taste of the berries is dessert-like, sweet and sour, without bitterness, making them attractive for fresh consumption and canning. The berries ripen early and simultaneously, which facilitates harvest collection, while the fruits easily detach from the branches without damage. The yield of the variety is stable and averages 3.4 kilograms per bush per season, with maximum indicators up to 5 kilograms. The berries have medium transportability, allowing them to be used for sales and storage. Thanks to its hardiness and resistance to unfavorable conditions, 'Blue Berry' is a sought-after variety among gardeners, ideal for growing both in the garden and in the vegetable garden. This variety not only adorns the site with its decorative bushes but also provides delicious and vitamin-rich berries for various uses.