Blueberry 'Powder Blue'

Blueberry 'Powder Blue'

• Size: Grows to around 1.5-1.8m 
  
• Fruit: Blueberries are rich in vitamins A and C and are packed with antioxidants.
• Harvest: Later harvesting variety producing medium-sized fruit with a powdery appearance.
• Winter Chill: Low chill hours requirement allows it to be grown in warmer areas, including northern NSW and Queensland.
• Flowers: White flowers in springtime.
• Plant Type: Suitable for growing in large containers.
• Pollination: Planting 2 or 3 plants together aids in pollination and increases fruit production.

Preferred Conditions:

• Sun: Prefers a sunny to part-shaded position.
• Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soil.

Description:

'Powder Blue' blueberries (Vaccinium ashei) are a wonderful variety known for their delicious and nutritious fruit. Blueberries are highly regarded for their high content of vitamins A and C, as well as their abundance of antioxidants, which are beneficial for health.

'Powder Blue' stands out as a later harvesting variety, producing medium-sized blueberries with a distinctive powdery appearance. What makes this variety particularly appealing is its low chill hours requirement. This means it can be successfully grown even in warmer areas, including northern New South Wales and Queensland.

In spring, 'Powder Blue' blueberries display lovely white flowers, adding ornamental value to your garden. This variety is also suitable for growing in large containers, making it a versatile choice for different garden settings.

To enhance pollination and increase fruit production, it's recommended to plant 2 or 3 'Powder Blue' blueberry plants together. Blueberries, in general, benefit from cross-pollination for higher yields.

In terms of preferred conditions, this blueberry variety thrives in a sunny to part-shaded position and requires well-drained, acidic soil. Applying mulch can help maintain soil moisture and acidity.

Planting Benefits:

• Nutrient-Rich Fruit: Enjoy delicious blueberries packed with vitamins and antioxidants for a nutritious addition to your diet.
• Low Chill: Suitable for regions with milder winters, including northern NSW and Queensland, thanks to its low chill hours requirement.
• Ornamental Value: White springtime flowers add ornamental beauty to your garden.
• Versatile: Can be grown in large containers, making it suitable for various garden settings.
• Increased Yield: Planting multiple plants aids in pollination and results in increased fruit production.