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Elliott Blueberry
BerryVaccinium corymbosum 'Elliott'
- Partial sun
- Zones 3–8
- 60 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 60" spacing
- High water
- pH 4.5–5.5
Overview
The season extender that blueberry enthusiasts dream about, Elliott produces sweet, firm berries well into late summer when other varieties have finished. This vigorous highbush variety offers excellent cold hardiness and consistent heavy yields of medium-large berries with exceptional storage quality. Its extended harvest period makes it invaluable for home gardeners wanting fresh blueberries from July through September.
Planting
Plant container-grown bushes in spring or fall. Dig holes twice the width of root ball, amend with peat moss.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 4.5–5.5. Space plants 60" apart. Germination: 30-60 days (seed), immediate (transplants).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Blueberry maggot, aphids, scale insects, birds during harvest. Common diseases: Anthracnose, phytophthora root rot, bacterial canker.