Aurora Honeyberry

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Canada (University of Saskatchewan)

One of the most popular honeyberry varieties, valued for excellent flavor and productivity, and the standard pairing partner for Indigo Gem.

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Growing & Care

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 2-7

Pollination

Not self-fertile — needs a second variety such as Indigo Gem planted within about 50 feet.

Care info

Ripens later than Indigo Gem, so paired together the two extend the harvest window.

Recommendations

Always plant with a compatible second variety — a single honeyberry alone will flower but set almost no fruit.

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Sweet-tart, often compared to a cross between blueberry and raspberry

Quick facts

Skin color

Deep blue

Size

Medium to large

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 2-7