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Bluecrop Blueberry
BerryVaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'
- Partial sun
- Zones 3–8
- 60 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 48" spacing
- High water
- pH 4.5–5.5
Overview
The gold standard of highbush blueberries and America's most widely planted variety for good reason. This mid-season producer yields large, flavorful berries with excellent storage quality and consistent annual crops. Bluecrop's exceptional cold hardiness, disease resistance, and reliable performance make it the perfect choice for beginner blueberry growers.
Planting
Plant nursery-grown bushes in spring after last frost. Dig hole twice as wide as root ball, plant at same depth as in container.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 4.5–5.5. Space plants 48" apart. Germination: 30-90 days from seed.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Blueberry maggot, aphids, scale insects, birds. Common diseases: Mummy berry, stem canker, root rot in poorly drained soils.