Large, fragrant berries. A very productive northern highbush variety. Berries from Dixie Blueberry are late ripening and mummy berry resistant.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Late season.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 3/4 sun, balanced and regular moisture (especially in summer), acid soils - add peat moss or sulfur to increase acidity as needed. Reduce grass competition in root zone by applying 2-3" layer of wood chips. Apply aged manure under chips yearly. Cut out dead wood as needed.
CHILL HOURS: Medium high: 800 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Mummy berry resistant.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 6' x 4'