Honeyberry typically starts flowering in April.
honeyberry
Lonicera caerulea 'Magadan' BLUE FOREST
Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea 'Magadan' BLUE FOREST) is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub with a wild, bushy growth habit. It produces light, blue-black fruits with a sweet flavor reminiscent of "honey". In spring, foliage emerges in shades of green and matures to burgundy. The fragrant flowers are creamy yellow, and bloom prior to foliage emergence. Honeyberry is low-maintenance, hardy, and self-fertile. Prune in spring to encourage new growth, and to shape the shrub. It is best suited to moist, well-drained soils in full sun or light shade. Plant in beds, lined with stones, or in groupings in landscaped areas. Enjoy the sweet berries as edible decorations on desserts, or preserves for later use.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
blue,purple,black Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water honeyberry plants regularly and often, about once a week in dry conditions and up to every other day during very hot weather, or when there is little rain. When watering, the soil should be thoroughly soaked to a depth of at least 8 inches and it should be allowed to dry slightly in-between for best results. If the soil moisture becomes too dry, the leaves may start to yellow or wilt. Honeyberry plants may also benefit from a deep watering every few months. Avoid over-watering and allow established plants to naturally survive dry periods.
sunlight
Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea 'Magadan' BLUE FOREST) is a deciduous shrub that prefers full sun to part shade. It should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day in spring and summer. In winter, it can tolerate partial shade since the plant is dormant. While honeyberry can grown in partial shade, its fruits will be larger and sweeter if it receives more sunlight.
pruning
Honeyberry (Lonicera caerulea 'Magadan' Blue Forest) is a shrub that requires minimal pruning. Pruning should be done annually to ensure that the shrub stays a manageable size and shape. It is best to prune in the late winter or early spring before any new growth appears. Prune out any dead, diseased, or damaged stems at the base of the plant. Prune no more than 1-third of the total height or width, as this will keep the shrub healthy and promote better fruit production. Pruning also helps to keep the desirable shape of the shrub and will help to open up the inside of the shrub to encourage air circulation.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from the species Lonicera caerulea 'Magadan' BLUE FOREST, also known as honeyberry, is usually in June or July.
