Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bonus'

Latin name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bonus'
Common Name: Highbush cornflower 'Bonus'
Plant type: Fruit shrub
Shape: Fruit shrub
Botanical family: Ericaceae

Description

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bonus' is a late-ripening, tall blueberry variety distinguished by the exceptional size of its fruits—among the largest of its kind—with sweet, juicy, and highly aromatic flesh. It grows on a vigorous, well-branched shrub with good, dense foliage. 'Bonus' is perfect for extended harvests, gourmet desserts, and freezing.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 4

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: 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width: 1.5 m (5 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

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