Blue honeysuckle (Lonicera caerulea L) is a polymorphic species widely ranging over northern regions of both Eurasia and North America. Berries have long been harvested from wild plants in regions of Russia, China, and Japan where superior edible forms are native. During the past several decades, research in Russia and Japan has resulted in cultivars being selected for commercial production. However, this species is virtually unknown in North America as an edible berry. Over the past four years, germplasm has been introduced into Oregon, USA from northeastern China, Siberia, and Hokkaido, Japan. Evaluations were made for plant growth, time of flowering and fruit maturity, fruit traits, and adaptability to a relatively mild, maritime climate. [..]