Highbush Blueberry - Vaccinium corymbosum

Common Name: Highbush Blueberry Botanical Name: Vaccinium corymbosum Category: Trees, Shrubs & Vines Flower Color: White, Pink Bloom Time: Spring Soil Conditions: Rich, Peaty, Moist , Acidic Exposure/Light Requirements: Partial Sun/Partial Shade, Full Sun Foliage: Red/Purple Fall Color, Deciduous Height: 7-10 feet Wildlife: Birds, Butterflies and Other Pollinators, Mammals, Turtles Berry Color: Blue
Description: A wide, multi-stemmed shrub that can reach 12 feet high and 12 feet wide. It produces white to pink urn-shaped flowers in May. The blueberries develop in July and are loved by most animals including some reptiles. Prefers acidic, organic soils that are wet to dry. Produces more fruit in full sun conditions but will tolerate the shade. Great fall color-good alternative to burning bush! Fruit is great with ice cream!
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