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Blueberry 'Bluecrop'

5-Gallon

Height: 4-6 feet tall.
Spread: 4-5 feet.
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zone: 4a.
Other Names: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'

Description:
A highly productive, mid-season northern highbush blueberry variety known for its large, firm berries and excellent flavor. 'Bluecrop' is widely regarded as one of the best all-around blueberry varieties due to its adaptability, drought resistance, and heavy yields. This disease-resistant and cold-hardy variety is perfect for home gardens and edible landscapes.

Edible Qualities:
Blueberry 'Bluecrop' produces large, sweet berries with a slightly tangy flavor. The fruit ripens in mid-summer and holds well on the bush, offering an extended harvest period.

The fruit is most often used in the following ways:
- Fresh Eating
- Baking
- Smoothies
- Preserves
- Freezing

Features & Attributes:
Blueberry 'Bluecrop' features lush green foliage throughout the growing season, turning brilliant shades of red and orange in the fall. In spring, it produces clusters of delicate white, bell-shaped flowers that attract pollinators. Its mid-season berries are large, firm, and easy to pick.

This is a deciduous shrub with an upright, spreading growth habit. It is self-pollinating but benefits from being planted near another blueberry variety for increased yields.

Aside from its primary use as an edible, Blueberry 'Bluecrop' is suitable for the following landscape applications:
- Edible Hedges
- Home Gardens
- Wildlife Gardens

Planting & Growing:
Blueberry 'Bluecrop' will grow to be about 4-6 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4-5 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1-2 feet from the ground. It grows at a medium rate and, under ideal conditions, can be expected to live for 30 years or more.

This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil. It requires consistent moisture, particularly during fruit development, and benefits from an annual layer of mulch to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature. Light pruning after fruiting helps maintain its shape and productivity.

Additional Characteristics:
- Mid-Season Ripening
- Self-Pollinating (Improved Yields with Cross-Pollination)
- High-Yielding
- Drought Resistant
- Excellent Fall Foliage Color