Sunshine Blue Blueberry

Vaccinium x 'Sunshine Blue' (Southern Highbush)

Pronunciation: vak-SIN-ee-um
SKU #02174
5-10

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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. Mid-season fruiting. 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
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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DescriptionOne 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. Mid-season fruiting. Recommended winter chill: 150 hours. Deciduous.
Bloom TimeLate spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesLow Chill Requirement, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge
Flower ColorPink
Foliage ColorGreen
Foliage Fall ColorRed
Companion PlantsMagnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica); Camellia (Camellia)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide 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.

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunshine Blue Blueberry produce flowers?
Late spring
Is Sunshine Blue Blueberry evergreen or deciduous?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Sunshine Blue Blueberry?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry is Low Chill Requirement, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Sunshine Blue Blueberry grow?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sunshine Blue Blueberry in my landscape?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
What color are Sunshine Blue Blueberry flowers?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sunshine Blue Blueberry?
Sunshine Blue Blueberry has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunshine Blue Blueberry?
Good companion plants for Sunshine Blue Blueberry include: Magnolia (Magnolia); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Mountain Laurel (Kalmia); Bayberry (Myrica); Camellia (Camellia).
How do I care for Sunshine Blue Blueberry?
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 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.