Blueberry - Northland

It likes an organically rich, medium to wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Birds love blueberries so be sure to plant enough to share!. The shallow, fibrous roots need constant moisture and good drainage. It has limber branches which do not break under heavy snow loads and adapts well to the sub zero climate. Although blueberries are self-fertile, cross-pollination produces the best fruit crop. Reddish stems can be attractive in winter. This is the most cold-hardy highbush variety grown. The Northland Blueberry, 'Vaccinium 'Northland', has small dark blue fruit that has an excellent, wild berry flavor. Clusters of dainty, waxy, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom in spring. It is self-pollinating. Plants appreciate a good organic mulch. Northland has bright green leaves that turn orange in fall. It is effective in shrub borders or as part of less formal shrub plantings in areas such as native plant gardens or open woodlands. Blueberries are a delicious gourmet treat that may be eaten fresh or used in cobbler, cake, sauce, jam, jelly or syrup. Prune early before spring growth. It is a great plant for ornamental use because of its low, spreading habit. Blueberries are delicious, exceptionally nutritious, high in bioflavanoids. Fruit size is small and has a wild berry flavor. Flowers are followed by tasty blue berries, which ripen in summer. ... find out more