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Blueberry-Duke Highbush-Early ripening berries 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Blueberry-Duke Highbush-Early ripening berries 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke' Information Page
Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke'

Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke'

Description

The 'Duke' Highbush Blueberry is a popular cultivar known for its early ripening and high yields. It produces firm, flavorful berries that are perfect for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. The plant also offers attractive foliage that turns a stunning red in the fall, adding ornamental value to gardens.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for home gardens, edible landscapes, and container gardening. 'Duke' blueberries are excellent for fresh consumption, baking, and making preserves. They also attract pollinators and can be used as a decorative hedge or border plant.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Duke'
  • Common Name Common Name: Duke' Highbush Blueberry
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Rhododendrons, Azaleas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall, ensuring good drainage.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to remove dead or weak branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants in early spring.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting near trees that compete for nutrients and water.
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