Southern Bluebelle Blueberry is a delicious fruit grown in warm climates. It's a medium-sized plant that thrives in zones 7-9, producing sweet, juicy berries.
Southern Bluebelle Blueberry Bush
The Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush is a dwarf, deciduous shrub that is known for its early season berries and compact size. It is a popular choice for home gardens in warm climates, as it is heat-tolerant and requires less chilling hours than other blueberry varieties.
The Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush grows to be about 2-3 feet tall and wide. It has a dense, mounding habit and is covered in dark green leaves. The flowers are small and white, and they bloom in early spring. The berries are large and blue, and they ripen in early summer.
The Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, but it will benefit from regular watering during hot, dry weather. The bush can be pruned to maintain its shape and size, but it is not necessary.
To plant a Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush, choose a sunny or partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball of the bush and amend the soil with compost or manure. Place the bush in the hole and backfill with soil, tamping down gently to remove any air pockets. Water the bush well after planting.
Water your Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Fertilize the bush in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune the bush as needed to maintain its shape and size.
The Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of landscape settings. It makes a bold statement as an accent shrub, and can also be used in mass plantings, borders, and container gardening. It is also attractive to birds and butterflies.
Here are some additional tips for growing a Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush:
- Protect the bush from frost during the winter months.
- Be sure to inspect the bush regularly for signs of pests or diseases, and treat them promptly if necessary.
- Be patient! It may take a few years for the bush to reach its full size and produce fruit.
With proper care, your Southern Bluebelle blueberry bush will thrive for many years and provide you with bountiful harvests of delicious berries.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 6-10
| Mature Height: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 2 to 3 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | accinium corymbosum L. |
