Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northblue'

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

Description

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northblue' is a compact and hardy variety, ideal for northern climates. It produces large, dark blue, sweet, juicy, and fragrant fruits, perfect for fresh consumption or desserts. Its growth habit is rounded and dense, reaching less than a meter in height. 'Northblue' combines aesthetics, ease of cultivation, and excellent resistance in pots or fruit borders.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

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: 80 to 100 cm (31 to 39 inches)
Width: 1.2 m (4 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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