Vaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson'
Latin name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson'
Common Name: Highbush cornflower 'Nelson'
Plant type: Fruit shrub
Shape: Fruit shrub
Botanical family: Ericaceae
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson' is a late-season, tall blueberry, highly prized for its large, firm, light blue fruits with a sweet, well-balanced flavor. It has an upright, slightly spreading habit with dense, ornamental foliage. Very hardy, it produces regularly in well-drained, acidic soil. 'Nelson' is a reliable variety for extending harvests into late summer while maintaining excellent flavor.
Hardiness Zone: Zone 4
Exposure: Sun
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Soil type: Acidic, rich, moist and well-drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C
Foliage type: Obsolete
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Height: 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width: 1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate: average
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