Launched in 2017, Boreal Blizzard was so named because the fruit size, productivity, and flavour that stopped the University of Saskatchewan evaluators in their tracks! The fruit is shaped like a surfboard – rounded narrower ends with a wide centre and a bit flattened. Boreal Blizzard produces a heavy crop of large, sweet berries of excellent flavour – including a decent tang/zing! Has an upright and dense branching structure, developing a dome shaped crown.
Needs a pollination partner of Boreal Beast and Honeybee
Plant 1.5m (5ft) – 2m (7ft) apart, in rows 4ft (14ft) apart.
Eventual height and spread: 1.8m x 1.5m
Crops: June/July
Native to Siberia, this edible member of the honeysuckle family is incredibly hardy (down to -40C!) and is a wonderful addition to the ever-growing range of super-fruits. The large elliptical berries are a similar colour and taste to blueberries with a slight aftertaste of honey. The fruit is very high in antioxidants, loaded with vitamin C and retains flavour and form when frozen. Honeyberries are a versatile fruit as they can be eaten fresh and used in making jams, jellies and even ice-cream! Very hardy, drought resistant and easy to grow with the added advantage of being virtually pest and disease free. Unlike blueberries, does not require acidic soil.
Eventual height and spread: 1.2m (4ft). Cropping season: late May/June.
This product is supplied in a 3L pot.