Hardy and sweet powdery blue berries on a vigorous shrub growing up to 6 feet tall, 3 feet in width. The Aurora Honeyberry has midseason bloom that will cover the pollination for Indigo Gem and Indigo Treat. Somewhat self-Pollinating,but will produce heavier with another variety.
ZONE: 3-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Early-mid blooming (March/April), pollinates with Indigo Gem, Indigo Treat, Borealis, Tundra, Berry Blue. Not self-fertile.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Hardy and sweet powdery blue berries on a vigorous shrub growing up to 6 feet tall, 3 feet in width. Midseason bloom will cover the pollination for Indigo Gem and Indigo Treat. Self-Pollinating, though could produce heavier with another variety. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest. Spur bearer
CHILL HOURS: Medium: 750 -1000 hours below 45F, perhaps less
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 4-5' x 6'