Botanical profile

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Silver Dollar'

Latin name
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Silver Dollar'
Common name
Highbush blueberry 'Silver Dollar'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Ericaceae

The Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Silver Dollar’, commonly known as the ‘Silver Dollar’ blueberry, is a deciduous fruit shrub with an upright, compact habit, prized for the exceptional quality and uniform size of its fruit. In spring, it is adorned with clusters of bell-shaped, pinkish-white flowers that are both melliferous and decorative. In summer, it produces very large, characteristic silvery-light blue blueberries that are firm and crunchy, with a sweet, well-balanced flavor and a refreshing, slightly tart note. The harvest is concentrated and abundant, making picking easy. Its dark green foliage turns orange-red in autumn, adding significant ornamental interest. Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Silver Dollar’ prefers acidic, organic-rich, well-drained soil and offers excellent productivity in cool climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 5
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate to regular, keep the soil cool and acidic
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
Very large, silvery-light blue blueberries, firm, crisp, sweet and balanced flavor
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact and upright
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Sweet Giant Blueberry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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