Grow a classic, time-tested blueberry with Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey'. You will enjoy spring clusters of small, white, bell-shaped flowers followed by a generous late-season crop of sweet, dark blue berries. This upright, vigorous shrub typically matures around 72-84 inches tall with a similar spread, and it also adds seasonal interest with attractive foliage that can color nicely as the year turns.

Give your plant the right site and it will reward you for years. Place it in full sun for best flowering and fruiting, though it will tolerate part shade. Choose a spot with consistently moist, well-drained soil that is naturally acidic and rich in organic matter. If your soil is heavy or alkaline, amend with organic material and consider planting in a raised bed to improve drainage and keep conditions favorable.

Water deeply during establishment and keep the root zone evenly moist, especially while flowering and as berries are swelling. A thick mulch of pine needles, shredded bark, or leaf mold helps hold moisture, moderates soil temperatures, and supports the acidic conditions blueberries prefer. Avoid over-fertilizing; use a fertilizer made for acid-loving plants and follow label directions for timing and amounts.

For best production, consider planting another northern highbush blueberry variety nearby to encourage good pollination and heavier crops, even though this cultivar can set fruit on its own. Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and to open the center of the shrub, which improves air flow and keeps berry size and yields strong. Netting can help protect ripening fruit from birds. With the right care, 'Jersey' becomes a dependable, productive centerpiece in an edible landscape.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-7 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 72-84"
• Spread: 72-84"
• Edible: Yes

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