The Siberian blueberry, also known as the Kamchatka honeysuckle, is a shrub from the honeysuckle family. It originally comes from Kamchatka and Siberia. Due to its origin, the honeysuckle is very easy to care for and undemanding. A cut is possible, but not necessary.
Do the Siberian blueberries need to be cut?
In the first few years, the Siberian blueberry does not need any pruning. Later theshrub should be thinned outin order toincrease theyield. Older shoots that are too close together are cut off close to the ground.
How to cut the Siberian blueberry?
The cut of the Siberian blueberry issimilaras with thecurrant:
- Remove all shoots older than four years.
- Leave three of the one to three year old shoots standing.
When cutting back radically, a maximum of three ground shoots should remain.
When do you cut the Siberian blueberry?
The Siberian blueberry is best cutafter harvesting.
How do you cut the Siberian blueberry?
The best way to cut hedges is withgardening shears. As with all pruning activities in the garden, make sure that the scissors are clean. The garden tools should also be disinfected before cutting.
Tip
Covering Siberian blueberries at harvest time
The fruits of the Siberian blueberry taste aromatic and sweet. Not only hobby gardeners, but also birds have recognized this. That's why you should cover the bushes with a fleece at harvest time. Bird lovers leave a few berries for their feathered friends during the harvest.
