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Sunshine Blue Blueberry
Vaccinium x 'Sunshine Blue' (Southern Highbush)
Pronunciation: vak-SIN-ee-um
SKU #02174
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing, semi-dwarf shrub; reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | One of the best for mild-winter areas, a low-chill selection perfect for small gardens or large patio tubs. Blue-green foliage and showy pink to white flowers provide ornamental value, followed by an abundant crop of fruit. Self-fruiting, but yields best when planted with another variety. Recommended winter chill: 150 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Low Chill Requirement, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica); Camellia (Camellia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh, reflected afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing. |
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| Description | One of the best for mild-winter areas, a low-chill selection perfect for small gardens or large patio tubs. Blue-green foliage and showy pink to white flowers provide ornamental value, followed by an abundant crop of fruit. Self-fruiting, but yields best when planted with another variety. Recommended winter chill: 150 hours. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Low Chill Requirement, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica); Camellia (Camellia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh, reflected afternoon sun in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing. |
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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.
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.