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Honeyberry

Lonicera caerulea

Honeyberry, also known as Haskap, is a deciduous shrub that produces elongated, blue berries rich in antioxidants and vitamins. The berries have a sweet-tart flavor and are used in jams, jellies, and desserts. Honeyberry plants are hardy and can thrive in colder climates, making them an important crop for regions with short growing seasons.

Calculate System for Honeyberry
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Honeyberry plants require cross-pollination for optimal fruit set, so planting multiple varieties is recommended. They are relatively pest-resistant but can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil testing is recommended to determine pH and nutrient levels. Incorporating organic matter can improve soil structure and fertility.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.007.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Honeyberries thrive in regions with cold winters and moderate summers. Protecting plants from extreme heat and frost is essential for fruit quality.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Introduction: Growing and Irrigating Honeyberry

Honeyberry, also known as Haskap, is a fruit-bearing shrub that has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique flavor, high nutritional value and economic viability. Growing Honeyberry can be a profitable venture, especially when it is done using efficient agricultural practices and sustainable irrigation…

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