Overview & Description

Polar Jewel Haskap Berry (Lonicera caerulea kamtschatica ‘Polar Jewel’) is a compact shrub prized for its large, sweet, dark blue berries that ripen in early summer, making them excellent for fresh eating, preserves, and baking. In spring, white blooms on attractive pink stems add ornamental value to this productive fruit shrub. For optimal fruit production, two different haskap varieties are required for cross-pollination, for best production cross pollinate with Indigo Gem.

Growth & Size

This variety exhibits a compact, rounded, bushy growth habit. It is a moderate-growing shrub, typically reaching a mature size of about 4 – 5 feet in both height and spread.

Additional Notes

It blooms in spring, with fruit ripening in early summer. Hardy to Zone 2, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. An outstanding choice for home fruit production and edible landscaping where large, sweet berries, ornamental spring blooms, and reliable performance are desired.

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