Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jelly Bean'

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

Description

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jelly Bean' is a tall, highly decorative dwarf blueberry variety, perfect for growing in pots or borders. It produces large, very sweet, dark blue fruits with an intense, candy-like flavor. Its compact foliage turns stunning red in autumn. Very hardy, easy to maintain, and a delicious fruit, 'Jelly Bean' is a must-have for small fruit gardens or urban vegetable gardens.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 5

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: 0.8 m (2.5 ft)
Growth rate: slow

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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