Lowbush Blueberry
Vaccinium angustifolium
SKU
40706
Small, sweet blue fruit with a distinctive flavor is produced in mid to late summer. It's glossy foliage turns maroon-purple in the fall. Small, low growing 6" to 2' high plant produces berries in July and August. Can be used as a ground cover. Adapts to sandy soil. A great choice for eating, baking, sauces, jams & jellies and syrup.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate grower to 2 ft. tall and wide. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Early spring flowers produce early summer fruit. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Azalea & Camellia Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Edible, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Showy Fruit, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Waterwise, Bird Friendly, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season to maintain a deep, extensive root system. Benefits from partial afternoon sun in hot, dry summer areas. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 2-8
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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