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Southern Highbush Blueberry

Vaccinium Darrowii

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Overview

The Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium darrowii) thrives in USDA zones 7-10, flourishing in well-drained, acidic soil. This evergreen shrub reaches 3-4 feet in height with a similar spread. It boasts bell-shaped, white-pink flowers in spring, yielding a bounty of sweet, nutritious blueberries by early summer. Its bluish-green foliage offers ornamental value year-round, with minimal maintenance required. Full sun encourages optimal fruit production and growth.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — nutritious blueberries by early summer

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Mature height
3–4 Ft.
Mature width
3–4 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — providing extended seasonal interest
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — Full sun encourages optimal fruit production and growth
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — The attractive deep green foliage persists throughout the growing season
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — making it a suitable choice for a variety of southern landscapes.<br><br>Tolerant of various soil types
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — this variant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7 through 9
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — inviting a celebration of flavor for both humans and local wildlife
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — white-pink flowers in spring
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — offering delicate white to pink blossoms that add a fine texture to the landscape
Southern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium Darrowii) — This evergreen shrub reaches 3-4 feet in height with a similar spread
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