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.
Plant information
Plant
identification
identification
Common nameHighbush cornflower 'Nelson'
Latin nameVaccinium corymbosum 'Nelson'
FamilyEricaceae
TypeFruit shrub
Plant
description
description
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.
Soil
and care
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Acidic, rich in organic matter, well-drained
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Fertilizer for acid-loving plants in spring
Appearance,
season
and garden
season
and garden
Bloom period
Spring
Flower colorWhite pink
Foliage colorDark green
Habit / shape
Standing strong
Fruiting
Large, light blue blueberries, firm, juicy, sweet, and intensely aromatic
Wildlife appealTRUE
Size
and facts
and facts
Height6 ft (1.8 m)
Spread4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature-30°C
Foliage typeObsolete
ButterfliesAttracts butterflies
PollinatorsSupports pollinators
PetsPet friendly
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Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
