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.
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
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)
Cold stratify seeds for 45–60 days at 35–40°F.
Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.
Keep soil evenly moist during germination.
Transplant outdoors after frost has passed.
Space plants 3–5 feet apart in full sun.
Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
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