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The most dwarf variety of Japanese haskap! Yezberry Sugar Pie® is the smallest variety of Japanese haskap yet, reaching just 3-4′ tall. It grows with a neat, rounded habit with no pruning required. One of the first plants to bloom in spring, yellow honeysuckle-like flowers become elongated blue berries that are delicious fresh or processed. Plant near another Yezberry® variety to ensure an abundant yield on both plants.
| Dimensions | 3 × 3 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Lonicera caerulea 'Hoka' PP#28,593, CBR#6135 |
| Zone | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 3-4' |
| Width/Spread | 3-4' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Uses | Fruit Production |
| Features | Deer resistant, Edible |
Prefers moist, fertile soils. As plants mature, they may need to be thinned: prune out old branches in late winter or early spring. Do not remove more than 25% of a bush in any year as the plant flowers on old wood.
