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 Blueberries are easy to grow and do well in New England. They prefer a well drained acidic soil and full sun, but will tolerate partial shade. Plant two different cultivars for best
pollination. White flowers, attractive fruit and brilliant fall color make blueberries an excellent
landscape plant throughout the growing season. One of the best native plants available
for the landscape. Blueberries are an excellent substitute for Dwarf Burning Bush.
Blueberries are naturally high in anti-oxidants! Blueberries are extremely nutritious and
have a high vitamin content. They're excellent in pies and make delicious jams and preserves.
Best of all, bake your own Blueberry Muffins!
There are three groups of Blueberries:
Blueberries produce better tasting and more plentiful fruit on new wood. Pruning correctly is the key to getting new wood.
Click here to learn more about pruning blueberries.  = native.
| Northern Highbush Blueberry |
| Northern Highbush are high chill varieties and the most widely planted blueberries, popular
with home gardeners throughout the Northern U.S. and Southern Canada. These varieties
display bush shapes from short and compact to tall and open. Fall foliage colors and
unique winter wood tones compliment gardens and home landscapes. The berries range
in size from ¼" to over 1" in diameter, and in color from almost black to light powder blue.
Northern Highbush require a minimum of 800 chilling hours for proper fruit set. All cultivars
are self-pollinizing but will produce better crops if more than one variety is planted. |
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Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum
Deciduous Fruiting Shrub
Height: 4-8'
Spread: 4-8'
Fruit: Blue-black berry, July to August
Exposure: Sun/part shade |
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Berkeley Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Berkeley’
Large, spreading; vigorous grower.
Height: 4-8'
Spread: 4-8'
Fruit: Light blue, Early July
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Blue Crop Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Blue Crop’
The best variety for adaptability
Height: 4-6'
Spread: 3-4'
Fruit: Light blue, large, Mid-season
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Bluegold Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Bluegold’
Compact and perfect for landscaping
Height: 3-5'
Spread: 3-5'
Fruit: Medium to large, Mid-season |
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Blue Ray Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Blue Ray’
Bright red & yellow fall foliage
Height: 4-6'
Spread: 4-6'
Fruit: Very large, light blue, Mid-season |
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Chandler Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Chandler’
World's largest blueberry
Height: 5-7'
Spread: 4-5'
Fruit: Very large, Mid to late season |
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Duke Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Duke’
High quality berries
Height: 4-5'
Spread: 4-5'
Fruit: Large, Early season |
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Bountiful Blue® Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'FLX-2'
Bluest foliage
Height: 3-4'
Spread: 3-4'
Fruit: Large, sweet |
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Jersey Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Jersey’
Favorite for baking
Height: 6-8'
Spread: 4-5'
Fruit: Medium, sweet, Late season |
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Northland Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Northland’
Most cold-hardy bush
Height: 4-7'
Spread: 4-7'
Fruit: Medium, sweet, Early to mid season |
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Patriot Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Patriot’
Fiery orange-red fall foliage
Height: 3-5'
Spread: 3-5'
Fruit: Large, sweet, Early season |
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Pink-A-Blu TM Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Pink-A-Blu’
Superior disease resistance
Height: 4-5'
Spread: 3-4'
Fruit: Bright pink, Mid to late season |
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Pink Lemonade Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Pink Lemonade’
The First Ever Pink Blueberry! Ripe when the fruit is deep pink. In the winter the twigs turn a reddish-brown.
Height: 4-5’
Spread: 4-5’
Fruit: Pink, medium, mid to late season
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Reka Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Reka’
Fast growing
Height: 4-6'
Spread: 4-6'
Fruit: Medium to large, Early season |
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Sunshine Blue Highbush Blueberry
Vaccinium x ‘Sunshine Blue’
Hot pink flowers fade to white.Semi-evergreen
Height: 3-4’
Spread: 3-4’
Fruit: Medium, sweet, mid to late season |
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