Haskap berry 'Tomiczka' 2L

Haskap berry 'Tomiczka' – a sweet variety for all weather conditions

Haskap berry 'Tomiczka' (Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica) is a reliable variety of honeysuckle, known for its exceptionally tasty fruit and high frost resistance. Ideal for home gardens, it is perfect for growing in Polish climatic conditions.

Characteristics of the haskap berry 'Tomiczka'

Height and habit

• The bush reaches a height of about 1.5 meters, which makes it easy to care for and harvest fruit.

Fruit

• Appearance: Oblong, dark blue berries with thin skin.
• Taste: Slightly sweet with a delicate sour aftertaste, juicy and aromatic.
• Ripening: The fruits appear in June, making it one of the earlier varieties.

Flowering

• The shrub blooms in April and May, offering an early harvest.

List

• Green, oval, forming a dense and compact crown, which is an additional decorative value.

Cultivation requirements and care

Position

• It grows best in sunny positions, although it also tolerates light partial shade.

Soil

• It requires fertile, well-drained and moderately moist soils. The optimal pH of the soil is slightly acidic to neutral.

Watering

• Regular watering, especially during drought, ensures abundant yields.

Trimming

• Pruning is recommended in early spring to maintain a healthy habit and stimulate the plant to bear fruit.

Frost resistance

• Extremely resistant to low temperatures, it will survive frosts down to -45°C.

The use of haskap berry 'Tomiczka'

• Raw consumption: Ideal as a healthy snack thanks to its richness in vitamins and antioxidants.
• Preserves: Excellent for jams, juices, compotes and drying.
• Home gardens: An undemanding fruiting plant, ideal for small gardens.
• Cross-pollination: Planting near other varieties of haskap berries increases yields.

Specification

• Flower pot: 2 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes