Vaccinium 'Northland' (Northland Blueberry)


Botanical Information

FamilyEricaceae
GenusVaccinium
Cultivar'Northland'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
Berries may be consumed fresh, frozen and used in jams/jellies, baking and desserts.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone2
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone3
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1.5 m
Spread90 cm
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodMay, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionHybridized for the colder growing zones.
ShapeLow and spreading.
CultivationMoist, acid soil, plants perform better with cross pollination.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionScarlet-red autumn foliage.
Fruit DescriptionSmall, dark blue fruit ripening mid to late season.

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