Photo of Rabbiteye Blueberry flower by The Kinsey Family Farm

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Rabbiteye Blueberry

Scientific Name: Vaccinium virgatum

Also Known As

  • Vaccinium ashei

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-10a

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Rabbiteye Blueberry plant details

Rabbiteye Blueberry is a broadleaf deciduous 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 and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rabbiteye Blueberry

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible, fall color, peeling bark

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rabbiteye Blueberry

USDA Zones: 7a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to the southeastern United States and easily grown as a backyard crop. Berries ripen in early summer. Rabbiteye blueberries benefit from cross pollination, at least three varieties should be included when planting. Rabbiteye Blueberry prefers to be watered often and will produce the most berries in a sunny location. For ornamental value, Rabbiteye Blueberry has attractive fall color and exfoliating bark.

Gardening facts about Rabbiteye Blueberry plant

How to Grow Rabbiteye Blueberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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