Highbush blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum · Blueberries · Heath family
Also known as: Northern Highbush Blueberry · Blueberry
Medium50–180cmPet-friendlyEdible
Highbush blueberry care at a glance
Highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) needs a lot of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- High
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Highbush blueberry
Possible pests on Highbush blueberry include Vine weevil and Birds. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Root rot and Grey mould. Highbush blueberry is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Vine weevil Medium
- Birds Medium
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Root rot Medium
- Grey mould Medium
- Iron/manganese chlorosis Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Highbush blueberry
- Which pests affect Highbush blueberry?
- Possible pests on Highbush blueberry include Vine weevil and Birds.
- Which diseases affect Highbush blueberry?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Root rot and Grey mould.
- Is Highbush blueberry toxic to cats and dogs?
- Highbush blueberry is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Highbush blueberry need?
- Highbush blueberry has a high water requirement.
- What light does Highbush blueberry need?
- Highbush blueberry prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Highbush blueberry frost-hardy?
- Highbush blueberry is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -20 °C.
- Can you eat Highbush blueberry?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: fruit.