Product description
Bringing early season colour and flavour to the garden, Lonicera caerulea Larisa is a compact honeyberry variety that produces sweet, tangy blue berries long before most other fruits appear. Its tidy, bushy shape fits beautifully into borders, fruit patches or mixed plantings, while the delicate spring flowers attract pollinators and add a soft ornamental touch.
Plant Lonicera in well drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded spot, and water regularly during its first year to help it settle in. A layer of mulch in spring helps conserve moisture and supports strong growth through the season. Larisa is a hardy, low maintenance shrub that that adds natural structure, seasonal interest and a steady supply of flavoursome berries to any garden setting.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Honeyberry
Honeyberry 'Larisa'
Honeyberry 'Larisa'
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Product description
Bringing early season colour and flavour to the garden, Lonicera caerulea Larisa is a compact honeyberry variety that produces sweet, tangy blue berries long before most other fruits appear. Its tidy, bushy shape fits beautifully into borders, fruit patches or mixed plantings, while the delicate spring flowers attract pollinators and add a soft ornamental touch.
Plant Lonicera in well drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded spot, and water regularly during its first year to help it settle in. A layer of mulch in spring helps conserve moisture and supports strong growth through the season. Larisa is a hardy, low maintenance shrub that that adds natural structure, seasonal interest and a steady supply of flavoursome berries to any garden setting.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
For the best harvests, pair Larisa with another Honeyberry variety to improve pollination and enjoy a reliable supply of flavourful berries year after year.
How to Water
Water Honeyberry regularly during its first growing season, keeping the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Once established, it only needs occasional watering in dry spells to stay healthy and productive.
How to Plant
Plant Lonicera in well‑drained soil, setting it at the same depth it was growing in its pot and firming the soil gently around the roots. Water thoroughly after planting, then keep the soil lightly moist as the shrub settles into its new position.
