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Fruits of the
butterfly
attractant, Vaccinium
virgatum 'Star' or Southern Highbush Blueberry |
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Vaccinium virgatum 'Star'
(Southern Highbush Blueberry) |
Synonyms: Cynococcus amoenus, Cynococcus virgatus, Vaccinum
amoenum, Vaccinum parviflorum
Family: Ericaceae
Light: Sun-part shade
Height: 4-6'
Spacing: 3-4'
Blooms: White buds at tips, early-spring
Fruit: Blue berries, small, sweet when ripe, in summer
Foliage: Bluish-green
Soil: Well-drained, sandy, loamy with some clay (soil pH:
4.5-5.2)
Water: Abundant, less after early September unless soil is very dry
Fertilizer: Manure, fish or tea liquid fertilizer
Uses: Specimen, landscaping
Propagation: Seeds, grafting, woody stem cuttings
Comments: Vaccinium virgatum 'Star' or Southern Highbush Blueberry
or Cynococcus amoenus or Cynococcus virgatus or Vaccinum amoenum or
Vaccinum parviflorum is a
deciduous fruit tree that bears sweet and delicious fruits when eaten
fresh. Hardy to -20 degrees F. This plant requires
nutrient-rich compost top few inches of soil. Mulch plants heavily
to maintain good moisture. Trim away blooms 1st 2 years to
stimulate more fruit production. Plant 2 different cultivars for
bigger and better fruit yield. Blueberry provide nectar for the adult Zebra
Swallowtail and Zebra Longtail butterflies.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-8b |
