Bluejay Highbush Blueberry - 1 Gallon Pot
$27.98
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$27.98
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Bluejay Highbush Blueberry - 1 Gallon Pot
$27.98
Sale price
$27.98
Regular price
$36.00
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Description
'Blue Jay' Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinum corymbosum 'Blue Jay'
NOTE: All of our fruit plants are grown in containers outdoors so they are fully rooted and landscape-ready upon arrival.
Plant Details
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 5a-8b Find Your Zone
Chilling Hours: 800-1,000 Chill Hours Learn more here
Ripens: Summer, Midsummer with a long harvest period
Pollinators: Pollinator is not required but can boost fruit production by up to 20%
Height at Maturity: 5-6'
Width at Maturity: 5-6'
Spacing: 5 feet for solid hedge
Fruit Color: Powdery Blue
Fruit Size: Large
Fruit Size: Large
Sun Needs: Full Sun or Part Shade
Water Needs: Average
Soil Type: Rich in organic matter
Drainage/Soil Moisture: Moist But Well-Drained
Soil pH: 4.5-6
Description
Developed by the University of Michigan back in 1970, the Bluejay Highbush Blueberry has stood the test of time as one of the best for home gardens. Its delicately sweet berries have a unique ability to retain high quality while on the bush over an extended period of time providing a longer harvest season. The berries are excellent for fresh eating right off the bush or used in pies and baking, sauces and jams, and frozen for later use. After the harvest over, with the arrival of cooler temperatures in fall the branches turn bright yellow and the green leaves to vibrant shades of yellow and orange with a touch of red and purple. A fine addition to the home orchard or as an accent or hedge in the edible ornamental landscape.
NOTE: All of our fruit plants are grown in containers outdoors so they are fully rooted and landscape-ready upon arrival.
Growing Preferences
Highbush Blueberries are low maintenance plants that are very easy to grow. The growing area should be sunny to partially shaded and with well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. They prefer a sandy soil, so adding some river sand to dense, compact soil is beneficial. Acidic soil ranging between 4.5 to 6.0 on the pH scale is a must. If you need to make your soil more acid simply apply Soil Sulfur as directed on the product label to acidify soil. One pound of sulfur applied to 100 square feet of soil will lower the pH about 1 pH unit (from 4.5 to 6.0). Adding organic matter to the soil at planting time, such as composted cow manure or composted leaves, will also help to create an acid soil.
Helpful Articles
Click on a link below to find helpful advice from our experts on how to plant and care for Blueberry bushes.
How To Plant A Blueberry Bush
How To Fertilize & Water Blueberry Bushes
How To Prune A Blueberry Bush
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