Highbush blueberry typically starts flowering in April.
highbush blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Aurora'
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Aurora') is an ornamental deciduous shrub with attractive white-pink bell-shaped flowers and dark green foliage. In summer, its branches are adorned with large clusters of sweet, purplish-blue fruits that ripen from July to August. The plant reaches a mature height of 3-4 feet and prefers moist, well-drained soils. 'Aurora' is considered among the best varieties of the highbush blueberry, producing excellent yields of large, flavorful berries that make excellent jams and jellies. It is also a great choice for hedges and privacy screens due to its dense, compact growth habit.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Division,Grafting Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
blue,purple Fruits Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
watering
The amount and timing of watering for a highbush blueberry plant depends on the weather conditions and soil type. In most cases, it should be watered deeply once or twice a week in the spring and twice a month during the summer. It is important to provide enough water to keep the soil around the plants moist, but not saturated. During the hottest periods of the summer, increase the frequency of watering, particularly if your soil is sandy or well-drained. In cooler climates or during fall and winter, water the plants less often. Always check the soil with a finger or a moisture meter before watering. If the soil is damp to the touch, don’t water.
sunlight
Highbush blueberry plants (Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Aurora’) thrive in full sun, meaning they need at least 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. The plants can also tolerate a small amount of shade; however, for optimal growth and fruit production, full sun is best. When grown in an area with too much shade, the plants will produce more foliage than fruit. Avoid planting in full shade for best results.
pruning
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Aurora') should be pruned twice a year, in late winter and early summer season. In late winter, pruning should be done by removing approximately 20-30% of the oldest canes and stems. This pruning can help encourage new growth and provide more air circulation within the plant, as well as allow more sunlight to reach the lower part of the bush. In early summer, remove any dead or diseased canes and stems and thin out any canes that are overcrowded. This will encourage the bush to grow healthier canes that will produce better fruit. You may also need to reduce shoots that are further down in the bush, as this can help get sunlight and air circulation higher up in the plant. In general, prune to keep the plant open and allow plenty of sunlight and good air flow throughout. Removing older, weaker canes and thinning overcrowded canes will help promote good fruit production, as well as help the plant look more attractive overall.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting Vaccinium corymbosum 'Aurora' (highbush blueberry) is typically in July and August.
