Vaccinium angustifolium 'Chippawa'

Latin name: Vaccinium angustifolium 'Chippawa'
Common Name:
Dwarf cornflower 'Chippawa'
Plant type: Fruit shrub
Shape: Fruit dwarf
Botanical family: Ericaceae

Description

Vaccinium angustifolium 'Chippawa' is a lowbush blueberry selection with excellent hardiness, ideal for cold climates and poor acidic soils. It produces small, very sweet and aromatic blue berries, perfect for fresh consumption or processing. Its dense, spreading habit also makes it decorative, especially in the fall when its foliage blazes in shades of orange-red. 'Chippawa' is an excellent choice for northern edible gardens or naturalistic plantings.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 2

Exposure: Sun
Watering:
Regular watering
Fertilization: Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.
Soil type: Acidic, rich, moist and well-drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color:
Green

Height: 60 to 80 cm (24 to 31 inches)
Width: 1 m (3 feet)
Growth rate: average

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

The availability of our shrubs changes with the seasons. Don't hesitate to contact us to find out what's currently in stock! These fact sheets are here to inspire you and help you make the right choice.