Combination Haskap (Honeyberry)

Lonicera caerulea (mixed compatible varieties)

Combination Haskap is a paired planting of compatible haskap varieties, selected to ensure proper cross-pollination and reliable fruit production. Haskaps—also known as honeyberries—are among the earliest fruiting berries in Saskatchewan gardens, producing elongated, deep blue berries with a sweet-tart flavour similar to blueberries with a hint of raspberry.

Extremely cold hardy and well-suited to prairie conditions, haskaps are an excellent choice for gardeners looking to grow edible shrubs that thrive in cold climates. Planting a combination ensures better flowering, heavier yields, and consistent harvests.

Plant Details

• Hardiness Zone: 2–7
• Mature Size: 4–6 ft tall × 4–6 ft wide (varies by variety)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Water Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to most prairie soils

Why You’ll Love It

• Requires cross-pollination — combination planting removes the guesswork
• One of the earliest berries to ripen (often late spring to early summer)
• Extremely cold hardy and reliable
• Low maintenance and long-lived
• Perfect for edible landscapes, hedgerows, and home fruit gardens

Care Tips

• Plant at least two compatible varieties (this combo is selected for that purpose).
• Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Water well during establishment and fruit development.
• Minimal pruning needed; remove only dead or damaged wood in early years.

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