Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) 3 GAL
Fall Species
This Species is typically available during our Fall Sale Preorders in August, and/or the in-person Fall Sale Mid-September through Mid-October at Geist Nursery in Fishers, IN.
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This species is not available this year. We hope to see it next Fall!
Best known for their sweet berries prized by both humans and wildlife, these versatile wild blueberries can also be planted ornamentally for their stunning red fall leaves, or as a border/visual screen due to their height! Does best in consistently moist, slightly acidic soil.
Pollination: 2+ individuals recommended.
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Sandy Loam, Peaty Loam
Height: 6’-12’
Width: 4’-12’
Bloom Color: White, Pink
Bloom Time: May
Fruit: Smaller, sweet blueberries generally mature in Aug.
Fall Color: Red
Root Type: Branching
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract mainly bees. Hosts butterflies including the pink-edged sulphur and green comma, moths including the graceful underwing and Canadian sphinx, and a few smaller insects. Berries are eaten by a wide variety of animals including thrushes, orioles, cedar waxwings, sandhill cranes, foxes, and skunks. Commonly browsed by deer and rabbits.
Notes: Prune in winter if desired.
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