Sunshine Blue Blueberry Plant
Description
Evergreen bush in southern climates! Enjoy showy spring flowers and large crops of dime-sized, sweet and tangy berries. Bears for several weeks in summer and yields 5 to 10 pounds per bush. Selected specifically for superior fruit and soil adaptability. Even grows well in containers! Introduced in 1979. Heat-tolerant. Ripens in June through July. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink, White |
| Bloom Time | Early |
| Fruit Color | Blue |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 10 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | June-july |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5 - 5.5 |
| Taste | Tangy |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 3 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 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
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