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When to plant Haskaps in Union County, IL

Union County's 194-day season only supports one Haskaps planting per year. Sow between May 1 and May 15 for the best chance at full maturity before October 21.

When to Plant Haskaps in Union County, IL

Haskaps (honeyberries) are extremely cold-hardy shrubs producing elongated blue berries with a complex blueberry-raspberry flavor. They fruit very early in the season.

Union County, Illinois is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.

At an elevation of 1,017 feet, Union County receives approximately 34.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Haskaps during the growing season.

Union County, IL (Zone 7a) Moderate season
194 days
Last Spring Frost April 10
194 growing days
First Fall Frost October 21

Union County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Haskaps Planting Timeline — Union County, IL

Haskaps Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 – May 15

· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

194 days in Union County

Growing Tips for Union County

Plant at least two different varieties for cross-pollination. Fruits ripen 2-3 weeks before strawberries. Protect from birds. Very low maintenance once established. Tolerates extreme cold.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Haskaps in Union County, IL?

Union County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Haskaps planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Union County, IL?

Union County, Illinois is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 10 and first fall frost is October 21.

When should I plant Haskaps in Union County, IL?

In Union County, IL, plant Haskaps after the last frost (around April 10) and before the first frost (around October 21). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Union County, IL for Haskaps?

Union County sits in USDA Zone 7a. Haskaps grows reliably in zones 2a through 7b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Haskaps grow in Union County's climate?

Yes — Haskaps grows well in Union County's temperate climate. Union County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 10 and first frost around October 21.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Union County, IL. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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