Trees and shrubs

Peach Sorbet Blueberry

Vaccinium corymbosum

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Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Zone 5

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Common nameCorymbose blueberry
FamilyHeath family
GenusVaccinium
Speciescorymbosum
CultivarPeach Sorbet
TypeFruit shrub
Botanical nameVaccinium corymbosum

Blueberry 'Peach Sorbet' (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Peach Sorbet'). Vaccinium corymbosum 'Peach Sorbet' is a compact ornamental blueberry known for its evolving warm-toned foliage and summer fruit production. This deciduous shrub forms a dense mound, slightly wider than tall, perfectly suited for small gardens, rockeries, and container cultivation. Its young spring foliage features peach and salmon pink hues that transition to bluish-green in summer, then to orange and reddish tones in autumn, offering continuous decorative interest.

To plant blueberry 'Peach Sorbet', choose a suitable exposure: full sun. The recommended soil is: acidic, rich in organic matter, well-drained. These plants require acidic soil and regular moisture. Check the pH before choosing amendments: the foliage color alone is not enough to diagnose a precise need. Avoid liming and protect superficial roots when weeding. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again.

Allow a width of 1 m (3.3 ft) to plan the plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 90 cm (3 ft) helps choose its position relative to neighboring plants. Maintain access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Pair this variety with plants that have compatible light and water needs. If you are considering a container, first ensure that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Roots in pots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.

Bleuet en corymbe ‘Peach Sorbet’ (Vaccinium corymbosum)

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

'-40°C

Watering

Regular watering

Soil type

Acidic, rich, moist and well-drained

Fertilization

Acid-loving fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooting agent or ground bone.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

80 to 100 cm (31 to 39 inches)

Width / spread

1.2 m (4 feet)

Flower color

White

Foliage color

Spring peach, bluish green in summer, reddish orange in autumn

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

average

Growth habit

Compact, dense and rounded cushion

Bloom period

Spring

Fruiting

Sweet, medium-sized blueberries, summer harvest

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes