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.
Additional information
| Generic | Vaccinium |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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