Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

'Northland' Highbush Blueberry

Clusters of dainty, waxy, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by tasty blue berries, which ripen in summer. The fruit is a favorite among humans as well as birds, small mammals and box turtles. 'Northland' has bright green leaves that turn orange in fall. It is also well adapted to a variety of growing conditions. Reddish stems can be attractive in winter.

Benefits:

Flowers provide nectar for native bees, butterflies and other pollinators

Larval food source for several butterflies

The fruit is relished by birds and other wildlife

Plants provide good nesting sites and cover for birds

'Northland' is well adapted to a variety of growing conditions

Plant more than one variety to insure best fruit set

Great fall color and a good replacement for burning bush, Euonymus alatus

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Plant in full sun to part shade. Plant more than one variety to insure best fruit set.

Grows best in acidic (pH of 4.8 to 5.2), organically rich, moist, well-drained soil.

Best to remove flowers from plants in the year of planting and in the following year so as to prevent fruit set and to encourage new vegetative growth.

Prune as needed in late winter beginning in the third year after planting.

Height 4 Feet

Spread 4 Feet

Native Range Open or wooded swamps and bogs, old fields and and watersides; Nova Scotia to Michigan south to Texas and northern Florida.

Native Trivia Highbush blueberries have high iron content and are rich in carbohydrates and low in fat. They have loads of vitamins C, K & A, as well as manganese, and are a good source of dietary fiber. They are also rich in antioxidants that help protect the body from aging.

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

"This plant produces loads of sweet, plump fruit for you and us birds!"

Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group • Medium to Tall Shrubs	Exposure • Sun • Filtered Shade	Soil • Acidic	Soil Moisture Preference • Moist • Dry • Average
Attracts Wildlife • Beneficial insects • Butterflies • Mammals • Songbirds	Bloom Time • Late Spring / Early Summer	Habitat Collection • Butterfly • Dry Shade • Songbird