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Highbush Blueberry

Vaccinium Corymbosum

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Overview

The Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is an upright, deciduous shrub standing at 6-12 feet tall. Renowned for its clusters of small, bell-shaped spring flowers and fiery fall foliage, it produces an abundant crop of sweet blueberries in summer. Ideal for zones 3-8, it thrives in full sun to part shade with well-draining, acidic soil. A wildlife attractant, it's perfect for edible landscapes and requires cross-pollination for optimal fruiting.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — For successful cultivation; shrub with white blooms, image 82

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — A wildlife attractant, it's perfect for edible landscapes and requires cross-pollination for optimal, image 27
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — which gracefully hang from the branches; this deciduous shrub exhibits a graceful
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — this deciduous shrub exhibits a graceful; upright habit that provides structure and interest throughout, image 74
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — This hardy shrub is cold-tolerant; scientifically dubbed Vaccinium corymbosum
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — The plump fruits are not only a treat for the palate but also attract various bird species; standing at an
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — For successful cultivation
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — Highbush Blueberry is adorned with delicate white or pink-tinged bell-shaped flowers; the Highbush, image 54
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — The plump fruits are not only a treat for the palate but also attract various bird species; standing at, image 80
Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Corymbosum) — The blossoms not only add aesthetic appeal but are also a magnet for pollinators such as bees and, image 56
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
Vaccinium Corymbosum
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