Botanical profile

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson'

Latin name
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson'
Common name
Highbush cornflower 'Nelson'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Ericaceae

Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Nelson’, commonly known as the ‘Nelson’ blueberry, is a deciduous fruit shrub with an upright, vigorous habit, renowned for the exceptional quality of its fruit and its mid- to late-season harvest. In spring, it is covered in honey-scented, pinkish-white bell-shaped flowers that herald an abundant production. In summer, it offers large, light-blue blueberries with a silvery bloom, firm and juicy, with a rich, sweet, and intensely aromatic flavor, featuring a beautiful complexity and a slight vinous note. The fruits store well after harvesting and are suitable for both fresh consumption and processing. Its dark green foliage turns orange-red in autumn, adding significant decorative interest. Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Nelson’ requires acidic, organic-rich, and well-drained soil to ensure performance and longevity.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Fertilizer for acid-loving plants in spring
Soil type
Acidic, rich in organic matter, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White pink
Fruiting
Large, light blue blueberries, firm, juicy, sweet, and intensely aromatic
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Standing strong
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 ft (1.8 m)
Width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Aromatic highbush blueberry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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