The ‘Boreal Blizzard’ Honeyberry is a premium, large-fruited variety renowned for its exceptional berry size, rich flavour and impressive yields.
This variety is ideal for UK gardeners seeking a hardy, high-quality honeyberry with outstanding eating and culinary qualities. It has very large, deep blue berries which are juicy and flavourful, making them perfect for eating fresh, freezing, baking or preserving.
Plants are approximately 60cm tall including pot. Please note: honeyberries are deciduous so at this time of year they do not have leaves.
This plant requires a pollination partner – for the best fruit production, plant alongside Honeyberry ‘Honey Bee’.
Why Grow Honeyberry ‘Boreal Blizzard’?
- Exceptionally Large Berries – One of the largest-fruited honeyberries available, with plump, juicy berries and a rich, well-balanced flavour.
- Cold Hardy & Resilient – Thrives in the UK climate and easily tolerates frost and severe winters down to -20°C.
- Easy to Grow & Disease-Resistant – A robust, low-maintenance fruit bush that performs reliably once established.
- Versatile Growing Conditions – Prefers full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil.
- Mid to Early Season Harvest – Crops from late May to early June, slightly later than some early varieties but with significantly larger fruit.
- Pollination Partner Required – For best fruit production, plant alongside ‘Honey Bee’ or similar varieties for optimal yields.
When & How to Grow
- Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn.
- Harvest Season: Late May to early June.
- Size & Spread: Grows to approximately 1.5m (5ft) tall and wide, suitable for most garden sizes.
- Planting Guide: Space plants 1.5m (5ft) – 2m (7ft) apart, with rows spaced around 4m (14ft) apart.
Download the Honeyberry Growing Guide here.
‘Boreal Blizzard’ stands out for its impressive fruit size, excellent flavour and dependable performance. Whether you’re new to honeyberries or looking to grow a premium variety with outstanding results, this is a superb choice for any fruit garden.
