Vaccinium 'Sharpblue'

Also Known As

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sharpblue'
Sharpblue Early Season Blueberry
Sharpblue Southern Highbush

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Vaccinium 'Sharpblue' plant details

Vaccinium 'Sharpblue' is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vaccinium 'Sharpblue'

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vaccinium 'Sharpblue'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This specific specamin boasts very low chill requirements which enable it to be grown and produce fruit virtually anywhere. Each plant is grown from tissue culture to be a desiese free exact repleca of the mother plant. Sharpblue is the most adaptable variety in low chill areas throughout the world. Great for milder zones, it requires only 200 chilling hours. Sharpblue will bloom and fruit almost year round, with foliage remaining nearly evergreen.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Early. This is the most adaptable variety in low chill areas. Can grow to over 6' tall in optimal sites and in milder climates with fewer than 500 chilling hours. It will bloom and fruit almost year round. Dark blue, dime-sized berries with excellent flavor and texture.