Lavina honeysuckle is a bush plant with erect, columnar shoots, reaching a height of up to 1.6 meters. The bushes form compactly and possess high frost resistance, withstanding temperatures down to -30°C. To maintain health and high yield, regular watering is recommended, especially during hot periods, as well as the application of fertilizers and minerals. Pruning old branches promotes the growth of young shoots, and when necessary, insecticides and fungicides are applied for protection against pests and diseases.
Lavina honeysuckle fruits are large, elongated, oval or cylindrical, with an average mass of 1.7 grams and a maximum of 2.3 grams. The berries have a dense structure, remaining firm even after ripening, and are distinguished by a bright sour-sweet dessert flavor with a harmonious combination of sweetness, acidity, and piquancy. Fruit color varies from red to blue depending on the degree of maturity. The fruits ripen early and simultaneously, hold well on the bush without falling off, which allows for both manual and mechanized harvesting.
The Lavina variety is characterized by high yield: at 5-8 years of age, one bush can yield an average of about 3 kg of berries, with a maximum yield of 4.7-5 kg. Thanks to its taste qualities and beneficial composition, including vitamins and antioxidants, honeysuckle berries are widely used in cooking to make juices, jams, desserts, baked goods, and other dishes. This variety will be an excellent choice for gardeners who want to get an early and abundant harvest of tasty and healthy berries.
