Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northcountry'

Common Name: Northcountry Highbush Blueberry

Bloomtime: Spring

Bloomcolor: White

Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 2 ft (1.5m). by 3 ft.(1m)

Spread: 3 ft (1m)

Spacing: 3 ft (1m)

Water: Medium

Zone: 3

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts: Birds, Butterflies

Characteristics: 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 infreq, Broad mounded shrub iwth excellent fall colour, Sweet, blue fruit in summer. Hardy blueberry hybrid, Requires highly acidic soil and good drainage