Highbush, Blueberry. A dense upright shrub with arching stems of green leaves, turning red in autumn. White flowers in late spring are followed by edible, large sweet blue-black berries. Heavy cropper. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers May to June. Fruits July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Bluecrop’
A dense upright shrub with arching stems of green leaves, turning red in autumn. White flowers in late spring are followed by edible, large sweet blue-black berries. Heavy cropper.
Additional information
| Generic | Vaccinium |
|---|---|
| Species | corymbosum |
| Varietry | 'Bluecrop' |
| Common Name | Highbush, Blueberry |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Acidic |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Spread | 1.5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | blue, black |
| Fruits When | July, August |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
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