Blueberry 'Bluecrop' 3-year-old C2

Blueberry 'Bluecrop' – Reliable and Fertility Highbush Blueberry Variety

Blueberry 'Bluecrop' (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop') is one of the most popular varieties of highbush blueberry. Valued for its high fertility, high resistance and excellent fruit quality, it is an ideal choice for home gardens and commercial plantations.

Characteristics of Bluecrop blueberry

Fruit: Large, spherical, light blue, with a firm texture and a sweet and sour taste. The fruits ripen from late July to August, which makes this variety medium early.
Leaves: Elliptical, dark green, in autumn they turn warm shades of red and orange, giving the shrub a decorative appearance.
Shrub: Grows to a height of 1.5–2 meters. The upright, compact habit makes it easy to care for and harvest the fruit.

Growing blueberry 'Bluecrop'

• Position: Grows best in full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Fruits grown in the sun are the sweetest and most aromatic.
• Soil: Requires acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5), humus, permeable and moderately moist. Regular acidification of the soil is necessary to ensure optimal conditions.
• Watering: Regular watering, especially during drought and fruiting, is crucial. The soil should be constantly moist but well-drained.
• Fertilizing: Use acidophilic plant fertilizers in the spring and after harvest to promote growth and fruiting.
• Pruning: Done in early spring. Removing old, diseased and weak shoots stimulates the development of new, fruiting branches.

Application of Bluecrop

• Home garden: With its decorative foliage and tasty fruit, it is a great addition to any garden.
• Commercial Plantations: High fertility, large fruits and their excellent quality make it an ideal variety for growers.
• Cooking: The fruit is great for raw consumption, as well as for preserves, baked goods, desserts and frozen foods.

Seasonal interest in blueberry 'Bluecrop'

• Spring: Leaf development and flowering.
• Summer: Fruiting occurs from the end of July to August.
• Autumn: The leaves turn red and orange, adding autumn charm to the garden.
• Winter: The shrub rests, but is fully frost-hardy.

Decoration of your garden

Bluecrop blueberry is not only tasty fruit, but also a beautiful element of the garden. In autumn, its leaves take on warm colors, which adds decorativeness. The compact habit of the shrub makes it easy to blend in with other plants.

Plant Specifications:

• Flower pot: 2 liter
• Age: 3 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes