Grow your own Honeyberry Plants (Lonicera caerulea) from premium Non-GMO seeds and enjoy clusters of sweet, tangy, blueberry-like fruits. Also known as Haskap, this cold-hardy shrub thrives in northern climates and is loved for its early ripening and rich antioxidant berries.

Honeyberries are low-maintenance, long-living, and perfect for home gardens, edible landscapes, and small orchards. They produce attractive white spring blooms followed by dark blue, elongated berries that are delicious for fresh eating, smoothies, and preserves.

Features:

• Produces sweet, blueberry-like edible fruits

• Extremely cold-hardy and resilient shrub

• Non-GMO, naturally sourced seeds

• Early ripening and easy to grow

• Ideal for home gardens, containers, and edible landscaping

Specifications:

• Common Name: Honeyberry, Haskap

• Scientific Name: Lonicera caerulea

• Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub

• Growth Habit: Upright, compact bush

• Height: 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m)

• Spread: 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m)

• Fruit Characteristics: Elongated blue berries with a sweet-tart flavor

• Bloom Time: Early spring

• Harvest Season: Late spring to early summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–7

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

• Soil pH: 5.5–7.0

• Watering: Moderate; maintain even moisture

• Temperature Range: 35–80°F (2–27°C)

• Season: Best planted in early spring or fall

• Germination Time: 30–90 days (requires stratification)

• Plant Spacing: 3–5 feet apart

• Pollination: Cross-pollination required (plant two or more varieties)

• GMO Status: Non-GMO

• Organic Status: Naturally grown (non-certified)

Planting Guide:

1. Cold stratify seeds for 45–60 days at 35–40°F.

2. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.

3. Keep soil evenly moist during germination.

4. Transplant outdoors after frost has passed.

5. Space plants 3–5 feet apart in full sun.

6. Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape and encourage new growth.