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Jubilee Midseason Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jubilee' (Southern Highbush)
Pronunciation: vak-SIN-ee-um kor-rim-BOW-sum
SKU #03448
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | This early/midseason selection offers medium-sized, sky-blue, very sweet berries, with a moderately low chill requirement and good heat tolerance. Handsome blue-green foliage with bright red-orange fall color, on an upright, spreading form. Recommended winter chill: 500 hours. Plant with another midseason variety to improve yield. Semi-evergreen in mild climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring flowers, followed by summer fruit. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Strawberry (Fragaria); Raspberry (Rubus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica) |
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil; tolerates heavier soil than other varieties. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. In extremely hot, arid summer areas, shelter from harsh, reflected afternoon sun. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing. |
| History | Developed by Mississippi State University in partnership with the USDA Ag Research Service. |
| Lore | Increase berry production with groupings of other mid-season varieties for cross-pollination. |
Details
| Description | This early/midseason selection offers medium-sized, sky-blue, very sweet berries, with a moderately low chill requirement and good heat tolerance. Handsome blue-green foliage with bright red-orange fall color, on an upright, spreading form. Recommended winter chill: 500 hours. Plant with another midseason variety to improve yield. Semi-evergreen in mild climates. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring flowers, followed by summer fruit. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Blue-green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Strawberry (Fragaria); Raspberry (Rubus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil; tolerates heavier soil than other varieties. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. In extremely hot, arid summer areas, shelter from harsh, reflected afternoon sun. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing. |
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History
| History | Developed by Mississippi State University in partnership with the USDA Ag Research Service. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Increase berry production with groupings of other mid-season varieties for cross-pollination. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Jubilee Midseason Blueberry produce flowers?
Spring flowers, followed by summer fruit.
Is Jubilee Midseason Blueberry evergreen or deciduous?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Jubilee Midseason Blueberry?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry is Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Jubilee Midseason Blueberry resistant to pests or animals?
Very Wet Areas
How fast does Jubilee Midseason Blueberry grow?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Jubilee Midseason Blueberry in my landscape?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Jubilee Midseason Blueberry flowers?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Jubilee Midseason Blueberry?
Jubilee Midseason Blueberry has Blue-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Jubilee Midseason Blueberry?
Good companion plants for Jubilee Midseason Blueberry include: Strawberry (Fragaria); Raspberry (Rubus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica).
How do I care for Jubilee Midseason Blueberry?
Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil; tolerates heavier soil than other varieties. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. In extremely hot, arid summer areas, shelter from harsh, reflected afternoon sun. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing.
What is the history of Jubilee Midseason Blueberry?
Developed by Mississippi State University in partnership with the USDA Ag Research Service.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.