Overview
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) is a climbing, shrubby climber wall shrub in the genus Lonicera, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen, semi-evergreen foliage. Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbers, shrubs, hedging, topiary, cottage gardens and wildlife gardens.
About
Lonicera caerulea, commonly known as honeyberry or by various honeysuckle names, is a non-climbing honeysuckle native throughout the cool temperate Northern Hemisphere regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lonicera
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing, Shrubby
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen, Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Climbers, Shrubs, Hedging, Topiary, Cottage gardens, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F)
- Propagation
- Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings, Leaf-bud cuttings, Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Honeysuckle aphids, Thrips, Glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Fungal leaf spot, Silver leaf, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F)?
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) need?
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) hardy in the UK?
Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica 'Balalaika' (F)?
Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings, Softwood cuttings, Leaf-bud cuttings, Hardwood cuttings.
More in the Lonicera genus
- Lonicera caerulea var. edulis 'Blue Moon'
- Lonicera canadensis
- Lonicera caprifolium 'Inga'
- Lonicera dioicasmall honeysuckle
- Lonicera glaucescens
- Lonicera henryiHenry's honeysuckle
- Lonicera implexaMinorca honeysuckle
- Lonicera korolkowii 'Floribunda'
