← Back to plants
Photos are representative and may not match your specific variety.
Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry
Berry
BerryVaccinium virgatum 'Tifblue'
- Partial sun
- Zones 7–10
- 60 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 72" spacing
- High water
- Perennial
- pH 4.5–5.5
Overview
A heat-tolerant rabbiteye blueberry that thrives in Southern climates where northern varieties fail. This vigorous producer yields large, firm berries with excellent flavor and superior storage quality. Perfect for gardeners in hot, humid regions who want reliable blueberry harvests.
Planting
Plant bare-root or container plants in early spring or fall. Requires cross-pollination with another rabbiteye variety.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 4.5–5.5. Space plants 72" apart. Germination: 30-90 (from seed, typically grown from cuttings).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Blueberry maggot, aphids, scale insects. Common diseases: Root rot in poorly drained soil, powdery mildew.