Ate my first one 2 days ago. Delicious!!!!!
Glad I had success.
Starks re-supplied me after 1st set did not grow.
I'm in zone 10b n stuff is picky here
Sharpblue Blueberry Plant
Description
Enjoy one of the most popular commercial blueberries fresh from your own yard! This bush bears dime-size berries that are sweet and high in antioxidants. Early season. Introduced in 1976. Heat-tolerant – thrives in warmer climates. Ripens in late May or early June. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Fruit Color | Blue |
| Fruit Size | Small - Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 7 - 10 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late May To Early June |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5 - 5.5 |
| Texture | Excellent |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 3 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
7 - 10
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow blueberry plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Questions & Answers
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Why did you choose this?
I planted only one plant, is that OK, will it bear fruit?
The SharpBlue blueberry is supposed to be a self-pollinator and not need another plant to cross pollinate. However, I have been told that if you can, it is always best to plant a cross-pollinator. I planted another variety of southern highbush blueberry that bears fruit later in the season so that the blueberry can be extended. By doing this, you can often have a 3-4 month season of blueberries. I believe for cross-pollination, you would have to have another variety of southern high bush rather than something like a variety of rabbit eye or other variety.
I hope this helps.
Is this thornless?
Hi Shanna, This is a good question. Blueberry bushes do not have thorns.
How much space do I need for Blueberries?
Blueberry bushes should be planted 3-4' apart, closer to 3' if you want more of a hedge effect.
Customer Reviews
5 Ratings
5 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 12, 2017
Slow Grow
Rated 5 out of 5
May 23, 2016
Sharpblue Blueberry
The Sharpblue blueberry did very well here in Central FL. zone 9A. Even with an unusually warm winter with very few chill hours. I will likely be buying another to expand my crop. The service and shipping were great as well.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Rated 5 out of 5
Apr 1, 2016
Came perfectly packaged.
Put in last November. Had nice growth before the season changed. And it's already putting out strong, healthy new growth.
Rated 5 out of 5
Mar 24, 2016
Nice plants
Bought 2 of these. Received in fall. It's March and the plants are small and already have flowers and small fruits forming. They are working well on a shaded patio with limited sunlight. I move my plants do dappled shade during summer to prevent burning. So far so good.
Rated 1 out of 5
May 9, 2017
disappointed
First of all I ordered two of these plants and was sent two different plants. One has really light green leaves, not sure what kind of blueberry plant it is. Second neither, especially the Sharpblue, is doing that well. They don't look diseased they just don't seem to be thriving despite preparing the soil and using the recommended fertilizer. I am disappointed. I will probably replace them with some plants I buy locally.
Again, because after researching it through the Florida University's information, and as a suggestion from Stark Bros as compatible to my zone 9. This plant is robust and is a perfect size for my yard…
This plant grows very well in this area.
Because it is viable up to Zone 10, and our supposedly Zone 9B is getting closer to Zone 10 every year!