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Highbush blueberry

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'

Border plantingIn a pot

Edible fruitAutumn colourGood for pollinators

Highbush blueberry
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeFruit and herbs
FamilyEricaceae
Size when mature1.6 m tall, 1.4 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun
MoistureMoist, Medium
Soilsand, loam
Soil pH4 to 5.5
Hardy to-28 degrees
FlowersMay
For pollinatorsVery good
WaterHigh water
UpkeepSome
Growthcat.growth.moderate
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskNone known
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic
Worth knowingEdible · Drops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

Safety

Nothing on our safety list for this plant.

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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