RedCrocus Polaris' Half-high Blueberry- Compact, Cold-Hardy Vaccinium corymbosum for Small Gardens & Containers 1 Gallon
RedCrocus Polaris' Half-high Blueberry- Compact, Cold-Hardy Vaccinium corymbosum for Small Gardens & Containers 1 Gallon
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Polaris' Half-high Blueberry Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Polaris'
Description
This compact, cold-hardy blueberry features glossy green foliage and abundant blue berries, ideal for small gardens and containers. It blooms with white flowers in spring and yields tasty fruit mid to late summer.
Suggested Uses
Perfect for small-scale edible landscapes, container gardening, and landscape borders.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Polaris' -
Common Name: Polaris' Half-high Blueberry -
Size & Growth: Reaches 2-3 feet in height and spread, slow to moderate growth rate. -
Hardiness Zones: 3-7 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous -
Bloom Time: Spring (April-May) -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Moderate -
Pet Warning: None known -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Raspberries, Cranberries, Other Shrubs
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained acidic soil, 1-2 feet apart. Water regularly. -
Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid drying out. -
Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained loam or sandy soil. -
Humidity: Tolerates normal to high humidity. -
Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches in early spring. -
Winter Care: Mulch roots for protection in colder zones. -
Planting Depth: Plant so that the root collar is at or just above soil level. -
Fertilization: Use acid fertilizer in early spring. -
Special Care: Regular mulching helps maintain soil acidity.
