Haskap Berry Blue 038 Tundra 8211 2 gal

Haskap is a hardy, early-fruiting deciduous shrub prized for its elongated blue berries and exceptional cold tolerance, making it ideal for Prairie climates. Plants form a compact to upright, multi-stemmed shrub with soft green foliage and a naturally tidy habit. Small, pale yellow flowers appear very early in spring, often before leaf emergence, and are highly frost tolerant. Berry Blue is valued for its heavy yields and vigorous growth, producing long, sweet-tart berries, while Tundra is known for its large, firm fruit with excellent flavor and uniform shape, well suited to fresh eating and processing. Both cultivars provide reliable production in Regina when planted together for cross-pollination. Size: Height: 56 ft (1.51.8 m) tall 45 ft (1.21.5 m) wide. Habit: Upright to slightly spreading, multi-stemmed shrub Hardiness: Extremely cold hardy; reliable to Zone 2 and colder Light: Full sun to light shade; best fruiting in full sun Soil: Well-drained soil preferred; adaptable to loam or clay with good drainage Water: Moderate; consistent moisture improves berry size and yield Pollination: Requires cross-pollination; plant Berry Blue and Tundra together for best production Pruning: Minimal when young; remove oldest stems every few years once established Maintenance: Low; mulch to conserve moisture and protect shallow roots Wildlife: Netting may be required to protect fruit from birds