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Amur Maackia vs Blue Treasure Haskap (Honeyberry)

Maackia amurensis

Lonicera caerulea Blue Treasure

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Amur Maackia
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Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.

Note:This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Amur Maackia seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Blue Treasure Haskap is a late season cultivar, ideal for cooler climates, and a favorite from Berries Unlimited. The berries are delectably sweet and ideal for fresh eating, but can also be made into jam, juice, and wine.

Blue Treasure is a late pollinating variety. Pair with other late pollinators to have a higher yield.
Kawai is a great companion variety.

Amur Maackia Quick Facts

Blue Treasure Haskap (Honeyberry) Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: brown
Berries: oval, heart shape blue-purple berries
Flavor: sweet
Harvest: very late, mid June to mid July
Flowers: upright clusters of small white flowers
Bark: shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: maackia