The only requirement that is a must is an acid soil with a pH of 4.5-5.5 with a high organic content to maintain moisture. Plants should also be mulched regularly to keep weeds from growing. To acidify the soil, aluminum sulfate can be added to the soil at the rate of 5 lbs. Although highbush blueberries are technically self-pollinating, the use of at least two different varieties will greatly enhance fruit size and yield. We offer 2-3 year old bare root plants.
Berries are small to medium in size and are borne on the branches in loose clusters.
Foliage color in the fall is good and long lasting. Developed at Michigan State University for hardiness, this variety boasts consistent yields of dark blue berries that have a wild berry flavor. Low growing at 3-4 ft with a spreading habit and beautiful year round foliage. A University of Maine introduction with large firm berries that ripen over a long period. A 4-6 ft bush with an upright habit, this one will start fruiting early with large firm berries.