Highbush blueberry typically starts flowering in April.
highbush blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott'
The 'Elliott' variety of highbush blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum, is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a large, cold-hardy shrub with abundant fruit. Reaching up to twelve feet, this deciduous species produces fragrant, white flowers in the spring, followed by glossy blue-purple berries that ripen in mid- to late summer. The berries are sweet and delicious, making this plant ideal for pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. 'Elliott' highbush blueberries also require little maintenance, and they are perfect for edible landscaping, border plantings, and home gardens.
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 Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
watering
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott') benefits from a regular watering schedule. Water the plants weekly during the growing season, giving the soil around them a deep soaking so that the water reaches the whole root system. This will help ensure the plants have enough moisture to establish strong root systems. Water in the early morning so that the foliage can dry off before nightfall to prevent fungal diseases. During the summer, watering may need to be done more frequently, depending on rainfall and temperature. When the berries are forming near the end of the season, water only enough to keep the plants healthy since excess moisture can cause the fruits to split.
sunlight
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott') requires full sun, which means it should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight throughout the day. This should be from around 10am until around 6pm for optimal sun exposure. It is essential that this species has access to adequate sunlight to ensure proper growth and to produce an abundant crop of berries.
pruning
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning should be light, focusing on removing dead, diseased, or damaged branches. Remove only 1/3 of any single branch. Removing too much can reduce yields. Also, be careful not to leave any jagged or torn edges as that can be an entry point for diseases. After pruning, add mulch or compost to provide necessary nutrients for the soil.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott' (highbush blueberry) typically begins in July and continues through August.
