Blueberry

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey'

Plant has ornamental appeal in the landscape with its tall, attractive shape. Resists cracking. Developed in 1916 and introduced in 1928. Cold-hardy. Ripens in August. Self-pollinating, but will yield larger crops if pollinated with Earliblue.

Plant in moist, humus-rich, acidic soil in full sun. A hearty, healthy blueberry. Enjoy abundant crops of large, light-blue berries.

Planting and Maintenance Info:

Light Requirements: Full Sun
Planting Depth: 1 Inches
Bulbs per Square Foot: 1

Provide an acidic, well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season to maintain a deep, extensive root system. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only main stems to prevent overbearing; feed with an acidic fertilizer.