Blueberry 'Toro' 3 Year Old C2

Blueberry 'Toro' – Yielding Variety with Large Fruits

Blueberry 'Toro' (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Toro') is a medium-early variety of highbush blueberry, known for its abundant yield and large, sweet fruits. Its decorative appearance makes it a popular choice for both gardens and commercial plantations.

Characteristics of the American blueberry 'Toro'

Fruit: Large, light blue berries up to 20 mm in diameter. They have a sweet, intense taste, are firm, which makes them suitable for raw consumption, preserves, storage and transport.
Yielding: The 'Toro' blueberry bears fruit abundantly in July. The berries ripen evenly, which makes it easier to harvest. The fruits grow in large clusters, which further speeds up their harvesting.
Height: The shrub reaches a height of 1.5-2 meters. It has a compact, upright habit that makes it easy to care for and harvest fruit.
Leaves: Dark green, glossy, which change color to reddish-orange in autumn, which emphasizes the decorativeness of the plant.

Cultivation and Care of Blueberry 'Toro'

• Position: It gives the best yields in sunny positions, where the fruits are the largest and sweetest. It can grow in partial shade, but the yield may be weaker.
• Substrate: Requires acidic soil (pH 4.0-5.5), well-drained and moderately moist. Avoid waterlogged locations by applying drainage as needed.
• Watering: Regular irrigation, especially during periods of drought, ensures optimal growth and abundant fruiting.
• Fertilization: It is recommended to use fertilizers for acidophilic plants in spring and summer.
• Pruning: Pruning in early spring stimulates the growth of new shoots and increases yield.

Application of blueberry 'Toro'

• Fruit: Ideal for direct consumption, as well as for preserves, freezing and drying.
• Garden decoration: In autumn, the shrubs take on intense colors, which makes them a decorative element of the garden.
• Plantations: With its large fruit and easy harvest, 'Toro' is a popular choice on commercial plantations.

Seasonal interest in blueberry 'Toro'

• Spring: Development of dark green leaves and flowering.
• Summer: Abundant fruiting in July with large, sweet berries.
• Autumn: Leaf discoloration to reddish-orange.
• Winter: Dormancy of the plant before the new season.

Decoration of your garden

The American blueberry 'Toro' is not only a yielding fruit shrub, but also a beautiful ornamental plant. Its autumn discoloration and compact habits add charm to any garden.

Plant Specification

• Flower pot: 2 liters
• Height: 50-60 cm
• Age: 3 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes