STARRY NIGHT

Saskatoon 'Starry Night' is a medium-sized multi-year shrub (up to 2–3 m) that is distinguished by the early and simultaneous ripening of berries in the cluster, allowing for harvesting as early as July. The fruits are large, oval, weighing from 1.2 to 2 g, have a rich dark blue color and juicy flesh with a sweet-and-sour taste, rich in vitamins and antioxidants. The fruit skin is dense, which increases their transportability and preserves freshness for several days at moderate temperatures.

The shrub has high yield – up to 75 c/ha, as well as is resistant to a wide range of diseases (powdery mildew, anthracnose) and pests (moths, bark beetles). It withstands cold winters well, frost resistance reaches -30 °C, which makes it suitable for growing in moderate and mountain climates. The plant is self-fertile, but yield increases with the presence of adjacent varieties. Leaves are oval in shape, 5–8 cm long, turn yellow-orange hues in autumn, adding decorativeness.

Care for 'Starry Night' is simple: moderate watering, especially during drought periods; regular pruning in spring and summer removes old branches and stimulates the growth of new shoots. If necessary, feeding with organic fertilizers in early spring and mid-summer improves fruiting. The plant grows well in sunny areas or in light partial shade, preferring fertile, slightly acidic or neutral soils with a groundwater depth of not less than 1.5 m. Thanks to its decorativeness and high yield, 'Starry Night' is an excellent choice for both the garden and landscape design.