RedCrocus Michigan's Lowbush Blueberry- Edible Groundcover & Berry Plant for Containers, Gardens, Pollinator Attraction 1 Gallon (Pack of 12)

$270.00 USD

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SKU:nxxx0010-alt4-redcrocus

Pot Size 1 Gallon (Pack of 12) 1 Gallon

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Michigan's Lowbush Blueberry

Description

This compact, perennial shrub produces abundant small blue berries native to northern North America. It features low spreading growth with simple green foliage and delicate white flowers in spring, maturing into flavorful berries in summer.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for edible landscaping, groundcover in rock gardens, and wildflower gardens. Its attractive foliage and edible fruit make it perfect for vegetable patches and berry patches.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Vaccinium angustifolium 'Michigan'
Common Name: Michigan's Lowbush Blueberry
Size & Growth: Typically 4-12 inches tall, spreading gradually via underground stems
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Attracts Pollinators: Bees and Butterflies
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for pots
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Non-toxic
Fragrant: Yes, with sweet white flowers in spring
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Strawberries, Rhododendrons, and native grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Choose well-draining acidic soil; plant in spring or fall. Space plants 12-18 inches apart.
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
Soil Type: Acidic, sandy, loamy soil.
Humidity: Moderate; benefits from mulching to retain moisture.
Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring.
Winter Care: Protect with mulch in cold zones; minimal winter maintenance needed.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery; ensure roots are well-covered.
Fertilization: Apply acid-forming fertilizer in early spring and after harvest.
Special Care: Maintain consistent moisture and acidic conditions for best fruit production.