Vaccinium corymbosum 'Miniblue', 3L
£22.00
notes
With high yields of small, firm, flavoursome fruit, this Blueberry Miniblue is an ideal addition to the kitchen garden. Not only does it grow quickly, producing lots of branches, but its upright growth means that it can be planted in a container or a smaller garden. Interest is sustained throughout the seasons with waxy, white bell-shaped flowers in spring and autumnal golden foliage. It will require ericaceous soil or compost to thrive.
Dimensions
- Pot Size: 3L
- Height and Spread: 150cm (4ft 11in) x 120cm (3ft 11in)
Features
notes
With high yields of small, firm, flavoursome fruit, this Blueberry Miniblue is an ideal addition to the kitchen garden. Not only does it grow quickly, producing lots of branches, but its upright growth means that it can be planted in a container or a smaller garden. Interest is sustained throughout the seasons with waxy, white bell-shaped flowers in spring and autumnal golden foliage. It will require ericaceous soil or compost to thrive.
Insights
Packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, blueberries are highly nutritious and can be eaten straight from the bush, or made into pies, jam or juice. Leaves from the blueberry bush can be used to make blueberry tea.
Details
Harvest: July
Planting
- Well drained, light soil
- All aspects
- Full sun or partial sunlight
- Hardy
Care
- Self fertile, but cross pollination will encourage a greater yield
- Plant in full sun for best yield
- Keep an eye on watering regularly, particularly if planted in a pot
- Protect young plants in winter
- The first year’s harvest may be disappointing, but it will increase given care and attention
- Protect fruit from peckish birds
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