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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist, tamp the soil

Native to: Afghanistan, Albania, Alberta, Altay, Amur, Austria, Baltic States, Belarus, British Columbia, Bulgaria, Buryatiya, California, China North-Central, China South-Central, Chita, Czechoslovakia, East European Russia, Finland, France, Germany, Idaho, Inner Mongolia, Irkutsk, Italy, Japan, Kamchatka, Kazakhstan, Khabarovsk, Kirgizstan, Korea, Krasnoyarsk, Kuril Is., Magadan, Manchuria, Manitoba, Mongolia, Montana, Nevada, North European Russi, Northwest European R, Oregon, Pakistan, Primorye, Qinghai, Romania, Sakhalin, South European Russi, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tadzhikistan, Tuva, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Washington, West Himalaya, West Siberia, Wyoming, Xinjiang, Yakutskiya, Yugoslavia

Introduced to: Norway, Ontario

Native

Introduced

Lonicera caeruleaLonicera caerulea

Blue Honeysuckle, Haskap, Honeyberry, Sweetberry Honeysuckle

In Stock: 0.793 lb (Total:0.793lb)

Collected from cultivar Beilei No2.

Lonicera caerulea

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0.79 lb

Collected from cultivar Beilei No2.

Details

Germination:

91%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

413,879

Quantity:

0.79 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1837602

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: sow seed 1/4 deep, keep moist, tamp the soil

Introduced to: Norway, Ontario

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting allure of Lonicera caerulea, commonly known as Blue Honeysuckle, Haskap, or Honeyberry, a remarkable deciduous shrub cherished for its nutrient-rich, edible berries and striking ornamental qualities. Thriving in USDA Zones 2 to 7, this circumpolar plant is native to the moist boreal forests of Asia, North America, and Europe. With an impressive height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, and adorned with glaucous green leaves, Blue Honeysuckle blooms with small, yellowish-white flowers between April and June. These blossoms give way to clusters of deep-blue, sweet-tart berries, reminiscent of blueberries with hints of raspberry or elderberry.

Ideal for edible landscapes, honeyberry shrubs are cold-hardy and low-maintenance, thriving in well-drained, organically rich soils under full sun to part shade. Thanks to their ability to tolerate deer and black walnut, they are perfect for hedges or fruit gardens. Each bite offers a powerhouse of vitamin C, flavonoids, and antioxidants, perfect for fresh eating or transforming into exquisite jams, pastries, and wines. Enhance your garden aesthetics and culinary experiences with the versatile and rewarding blue honeysuckle.