Honeyberries - Haskap
Honeyberries are entering Summer Dormancy ! Yellow/Brown foliage and loss of leaves is normal. More information can be found here.
Please, review the information on the General Growing Tips page.
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Blue Delight Honeyberry Haskap
$59.99Buy from BerriesUnlimited to be sure that you get the real Blue Delight variety you are looking for! Blue Delight Jumbo ( Late). BerriesUnlimited. Blue Delight Family. ORIGIN: JAPANESE ...$59.99 -
6 - Honeyberry Haskap Plants: 6 Blue Banana
$129.99We offer You NEW honeyberry plants 6-pack: 6 Blue Banana Large berries, very sweet with excellent flavor, DELICIOUS! Zones: 2-7 1.5 year-old tissue cultured plants$129.99 -
Honey Glen Honeyberry Haskap
$49.99Honey Glen TM Honey Glen honeyberry plants (PPAF) is our New Honeyberry cultivar. Early-Mid season. American-Russian Hybrid. It is Very Sweet, has Great Flavor, and is very productive, berries are dark blue and Very Large. One of the best of...$49.99 -
Honey Beast Honeyberry Haskap
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Blue Moose Honeyberry Haskap
$24.99Blue Moose One TM Buy from BerriesUnlimited to be sure that you get the real Blue Moose One variety you are looking for! Blue Moose One Honeyberry. Blue Moose One (PPAF) is our New Honeyberry cultivar. Early-Mid season...$24.99Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$24.99Subtotal: -
6-Fresh&Sweet Honeyberry Package 12 cm pots
$99.996-Fresh&Sweet Package consists of 6 Blue Typhoon plants. Japanese origin. Delicious berries will be the most valuable addition to Your healthy lifestyle. Zone:2-7. 12 cm pots.$99.99Qty in Cart: 0Quantity:Price:$99.99Subtotal: -
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Honeyberries (Haskap): The Cold-Hardy Superfruit for Northern Gardens
Discover the incredible resilience and flavor of Honeyberries, also known as Haskaps (*Lonicera caerulea*). These powerhouse shrubs are the ultimate solution for cold-climate gardeners, thriving in temperatures as low as -50°F where other fruits fail. Offering a complex flavor profile often described as a delicious cross between a blueberry, raspberry, and black currant, Honeyberries are prized for their sweet-tart zest. They are among the very first fruits to ripen in the spring, often ready for harvest two weeks before strawberries. Perfect for fresh eating right off the bush, baking into pies, or processing into jams and wines, our virus-indexed Honeyberry plants ensure a vigorous start to your edible landscape.
Collection Highlights
| Variety/Type | Harvest Season | Flavor/Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor Profile | Sweet-tart, zesty, and complex (Blueberry meets Raspberry) | Unique culinary versatility for fresh eating or processing |
| Harvest Season | Very Early (Late Spring to Early Summer) | Provides the first fresh fruit of the growing season |
| Cold Hardiness | Extremely Hardy (Zones 2-8) | Thrives in northern climates where other berries struggle |
Growing Information
| Specification | Range in Collection |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | Zone 2 - Zone 8 |
| Chill Hour Requirement | 1,000 - 1,200+ Hours |
| Soil pH Preference | 5.5 - 7.5 (Adaptable) |
| Pollination | Cross-pollination required (Plant 2+ compatible varieties) |
Who Is This Collection For?
- Fresh Eating: Enjoy the unique, zesty flavor straight from the bush as an early summer treat.
- Baking & Preserves: High pectin content makes them excellent for jams, jellies, pies, and tarts.
- Edible Landscaping: Attractive, compact bushes with early yellow blooms make for beautiful, productive hedges.
Top Performers in this Category
- Boreal Beast Haskap - Late-ripening variety with large, sweet fruit and excellent upright growth habit.
- Aurora Honeyberry - Renowned for its sweetness and high yield; an excellent pollinator for Boreal series.
- Boreal Beauty Haskap - Produces heavy crops of firm berries; pairs perfectly with Boreal Beast.
- Honeybee Honeyberry - Fast-growing and extremely productive; holds fruit on the bush for a long period.
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At Berries Unlimited, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality, tissue-culture propagated Honeyberry plants to ensure disease resistance and vigorous growth. Whether you are a home gardener looking for an early season treat or a commercial grower expanding your orchard, our expert selection has you covered. Remember, successful pollination is key, so be sure to select compatible pairs. Shop confidently knowing we offer **Free Shipping on orders over $200** to help you grow the garden of your dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Honeyberry self-pollinating, or do I need another variety?
A: Honeyberries are not self-pollinating. You must plant at least two different varieties with similar bloom times to ensure cross-pollination and fruit set. For example, planting Aurora with the Boreal series ensures a heavy harvest.
Q: What Hardiness Zones are best for Honeyberries?
A: Honeyberries are incredibly cold-hardy and thrive best in USDA Hardiness Zones 2 through 8. They are specifically adapted to cold winters and cool summers, making them ideal for northern growers.
Q: How big will this Honeyberry bush get, and can I grow it in a pot?
A: Most Honeyberry varieties reach a mature height and width of 4 to 6 feet. Their compact, upright nature makes them excellent candidates for large containers (at least 15-20 gallons) or patio gardens.
Q: When can I expect to harvest fruit from this bush?
A: Honeyberries are one of the earliest ripening fruits, typically ready for harvest in late spring or very early summer, often two weeks before strawberries ripen. Expect fruit production to begin 1-2 years after planting.