Lonicera caerulea 'Aurora' (Aurora Haskap)
Botanical Information
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Lonicera |
| Species | caerulea |
| Cultivar | 'Aurora' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Introduced by the University of Saskatchewan. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 2 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 0 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -46 - (-40) |
| Temperature (°F) | -50 - (-40) |
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Spread | 1.25 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A mildew resistant bush with dark blue-black fruit. |
| Shape | Bushy habit. |
| Landscape | Wonderful accent plant. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a moist but well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Very mildew resistant, but aphids may be an annoyance. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are elliptic, to 8x3 cm, and somewhat pubescent beneath. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are yellow-white in colour. |
| Fruit Description | Fruit is a dark blue-black colour, to 3 cm in length. |