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Patriot Early Season Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Patriot' (Northern Highbush)
Pronunciation: vak-SIN-ee-um kor-rim-BOW-sum
SKU #07374
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 5 to 8 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Prized not only for its early crop of large, sweet blueberries, but also its profusion of pink-tinged white flowers. This multi-stemmed shrub has lovely yellow, bronze, and red fall color. An excellent hedge or landscape specimen. Recommended chill: 800 - 1000 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Vase-Shaped |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Flowering Currant (Ribes); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica) |
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in very hot, dry climates. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing, and feed with an acidic fertilizer. |
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| Description | Prized not only for its early crop of large, sweet blueberries, but also its profusion of pink-tinged white flowers. This multi-stemmed shrub has lovely yellow, bronze, and red fall color. An excellent hedge or landscape specimen. Recommended chill: 800 - 1000 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas, Road Salt Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Vase-Shaped |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Flowering Currant (Ribes); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in very hot, dry climates. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing, and feed with an acidic fertilizer. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Patriot Early Season Blueberry produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Patriot Early Season Blueberry evergreen or deciduous?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Patriot Early Season Blueberry?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry is Fall Color, Ornamental Berries, Edible, Benefits Birds.
Is Patriot Early Season Blueberry resistant to pests or animals?
Very Wet Areas, Road Salt Tolerant
How fast does Patriot Early Season Blueberry grow?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Patriot Early Season Blueberry?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry grows in an Vase-Shaped habit.
Where can I use Patriot Early Season Blueberry in my landscape?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry is suitable for: Border, Hedge.
What color are Patriot Early Season Blueberry flowers?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Patriot Early Season Blueberry?
Patriot Early Season Blueberry has Dark Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Patriot Early Season Blueberry?
Good companion plants for Patriot Early Season Blueberry include: Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Flowering Currant (Ribes); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica).
How do I care for Patriot Early Season Blueberry?
Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun in very hot, dry climates. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing, and feed with an acidic fertilizer.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
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.