Vaccinium 'Ozarkblue' (F)
blueberry 'Ozarkblue'
A late season blueberry forming an upright shrub eventually reaching up to 2m tall with leaves that turn shades of yellow and red in autumn. White spring flowers are followed by clusters of edible, light blue berries in late summer. Suitable for areas with hotter summers
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Blue | ||
| Autumn | Red Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Ericaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Vaccinium can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or small trees, with simple leaves and small, bell- or urn-shaped flowers followed by juicy, sometimes edible berries
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Plant in a sheltered site in well-drained, moisture-retentive, acidic soil, (pH 4.5-5.5) in sun or part shade. Alternatively grow in containers or raised beds filled with ericaceous compost. Pot grown plants benefit from winter protection. For further cultivation details see blueberry cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring or semi-ripe cuttings in early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Edible fruit
Pruning
More mature plants benefit from regular pruning, see blueberry pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to vine weevil larvae damage especially if container grown. Protect ripening fruit with netting from birds.
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), powdery mildews, root rot and chlorosis due to iron and manganese deficiency; see nutrient deficiencies
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