One of the best flavored sweet berries. Crack resistant with good size in grape like clusters. Early to midseason ripening northern highbush. Collins Blueberry has long lasting fall color.
ZONE: 5-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Mid-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: 800 hours below 45F.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 4-6' x 4'
RESTRICTIONS: CAN NOT BE SHIPPED TO MI
