Blueberry – Gulf Coast
Vaccinium sp.
Price range: $29.99 through $69.99
FEATURES: A low chill, Southern Highbush blueberry
POSITION: Needs acidic soil, in Perth does best in large pots using Green Life Soil Co Blueberry Potting Mix. Needs to be protected from afternoon sun in summer
SIZE: 2m H x 2m W, vigorous and upright
FOLIAGE: Dark green, oval-shaped leaves; can turn red and orange in autumn
FLOWER: White, bell-shaped
FRUIT: Large, firm with blue skin and an excellent flavour
CROPPING: October to December
MATURITY: Can fruit in its first year
POLLINATION: Self-fertile; for improved yield and larger fruit size, plant with other Southern Highbush
USES: Eating fresh, baking, drying, smoothies, preserves
COMMENTS: For further growing information see our how to grow guide.









