Northline Saskatoon is a hardy native berry shrub for edible shelterbelts, home fruit growing and U-pick orchards. It produces abundant sweet berries for fresh eating and cooking, with full clusters that ripen uniformly for convenient harvesting.
Adaptable to a variety of growing conditions, Northline tolerates partial shade through full sun. Its manageable size makes it popular for U-pick orchards and over-row harvesting equipment. Plant 8 feet apart in a shelterbelt for maximum windbreak and optimal fruit collecting.
Growing details
Mature height: Up to 10 feet; often stays around 8 feet or less
Mature spread: 8 feet
Light: Partial shade to full sun
Hardiness: Zone 1a
Foliage colour: Green
Fall colour: Orange to red
Fruit: Sweet, edible berries in uniformly ripening clusters
Shelterbelt spacing: 8 feet apart
Key features: Native shrub, abundant fruit and adaptable growing requirements
Landscape uses: Edible shelterbelts, U-pick orchards and home fruit plantings
