Blueberry. A compact shrub with leathery dark green leaves. Tiny red-brown flowers in late spring and early summer are followed by edible, purple-black berries. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers May to June. Fruits July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Vaccinium moupinense
A compact shrub with leathery dark green leaves. Tiny red-brown flowers in late spring and early summer are followed by edible, purple-black berries.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Vaccinium |
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Species | moupinense |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Blueberry |
Flower Colour | red-brown |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Ericaceae |
Spread | 90cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | purple, black |
Fruits When | July |
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 |
Toxicity | |
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Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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