AKA Earliblue. Earliest ripening Northern Highbush variety produces large delicious berries that are cracking resistant. Moderate yield, intolerant of wet growing sites. Light blue berries and red fall color on upright, bushy plant. Mostly self-fertile.
ZONE: 5-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Self-fruitful, but will produce better with another Highbush variety.
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: 700 hours below 45F.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 5-6' x 4'
RESTRICTIONS: CAN NOT SHIP TO MI | 