Description
'Duke' is a highbush blueberry cultivar that typically grows 5-7’ tall. It flowers late but fruits early, often producing an abundant crop of blueberries. Waxy, bell-shaped, white flowers appear in May. Flowers are followed by medium to large, light blue blueberries which ripen in early season (early to mid June). Berries have a mildly sweet flavor. Dark green leaves turn attractive shades of yellow and orange in fall.
Plant Details
Plants
Latin Name:
Vaccinium x 'Duke'
Plant Type:
Deciduous Fruiting Shrub
Care
:
Plant Care
Prefers average to moist, acidic, well-drained loose soil, but is highly adaptable to any soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Fertilize in early spring.
Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Habit:
Upright habit.
Plant Height:
5-7 Feet
Plant Width:
5-7 Feet
Foliage:
Dark green leaves turn yellow and orange in fall.
Bloom:
Bell-shaped white flowers in May.
Zone:
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
Special Features:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
- Edible
- Great Fall Color
