Vaccinium elliotii 'Sweetie Pie'

Also Known As

Elliott's Blueberry, Huckleberry
Sweetie Pie Native Blueberry

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

8a-9b

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Vaccinium elliotii 'Sweetie Pie' plant details

Vaccinium elliotii 'Sweetie Pie' is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by blue fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Vaccinium elliotii 'Sweetie Pie'

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Vaccinium elliotii 'Sweetie Pie'

USDA Zones: 8a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Loads of glossy black, 3/8", thin skinned, very sweet huckleberries (actually blueberries) begin ripening in mid April often lasting through May. This is one of the earliest ripening native blueberries and we selected this variety for its exceptionally sweet, tender fruit and its heavy bearing characteristics. An excellent berry for pancakes, muffins, pies, and certainly fresh eating. An Almost Eden Exclusive introduction! In limited supply