Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott'

Common Name: Elliott Highbush Blueberry

Bloomtime: Spring

Bloomcolor: White

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 5 ft. (1.5m) by 5 ft.(1.5m)

Spread: 4 to 6 ft

Spacing: 5 ft(1.5m)

Water: Medium

Zone: 5

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts Birds, Butterflies

Characteristics: The latest blueberry to crop. Tart flavor. Late season variety, Attracts Birds, Butterflies & Hummingbirds. Bee Friendly. , Problems: No serious insect or disease problems. Birds love the fruit, so plants may need to be covered with netting as the fruit begins to ripen in order to protect the crop. Chlorosis (yellowing of leaves) may occur in high pH soils. Potential but infre, ‘Elliott’ is noted for producing fruit in very late season (August, September in St. Louis). In northern areas, it is considered to be a fall bearing plant. It typically grows to 4-6’ tall. Waxy, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom in late spring. Flowers are