Plants in genus vaccinium
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Draper'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Draper' is a compact blueberry variety known for its light-blue berries and lovely white blooms. It offers a large harvest with a firm, sweet flavor and is partially self-fertile, though it yields more with a pollination partner. This mid-season variety requires 800+ chill hours and produces 10 to 15 pounds of fruit per plant. Its berries have a thicker skin, making them resistant to splitting and ideal for long storage.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Patriot'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Patriot' is a blueberry variety that produces large, round fruit with foliage that turns orange to burgundy in fall. It is covered with white bell-shaped blossoms in May and ripens mid-season, producing large crops of dusky blue fruit. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and organically rich acidic soils.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Polaris'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Polaris' is a half-high hybrid blueberry known for its extreme cold hardiness. It produces medium-sized, light blue berries with a classic sweet flavor and a hint of acidity. The plant yields 3 to 8 pounds of fruit per season and features fragrant white flowers in spring, followed by a striking red-orange fall color. 'Polaris' performs well in containers and requires acidic soil with a pH of 5.5 or less. This blueberry variety was introduced in 1996 and is ideal for gardeners in colder climates.
Vaccinium 'Top Hat'
Vaccinium 'Top Hat' is a self-pollinating dwarf hybrid blueberry that produces bell-shaped white blossoms in spring and sweet-flavored berries mid-season. The plant displays fiery red bronze foliage in fall and grows to a height of 18-24 inches. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires slightly acidic, well-drained soil with moderate moisture. This compact plant is ideal for small gardens or container planting.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'St Cloud'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'St Cloud' is a midsized, upright shrub ideal for colder climates, known for its early to mid-summer harvest of blueberries. This plant features dense branching and vibrant red-orange fall foliage, adding seasonal interest to gardens. It requires full sun and slightly acidic, well-drained soil, with 800-1000 chill hours needed for optimal fruit production. Its high antioxidant content and ability to attract pollinators and songbirds make it a valuable addition to edible landscapes.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blue Jay'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blue Jay' is a Northern Highbush Blueberry with mid-season ripening and medium-sized, firm, sweet berries. It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 and prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil. This self-fertile plant attracts pollinators and birds, making it a great choice for edible landscaping.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Southmoon'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Southmoon' is a Southern Highbush blueberry known for its plump, dark-blue berries that are high in vitamins and antioxidants. This mid-season variety has a low chill requirement and tolerates light frost, making it suitable for warmer climates.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland' is a cold-hardy Half-High blueberry variety developed by Michigan State University. It is high-yielding with medium-sized, sweet berries and yellow-orange fall leaf color. This plant is a consistent producer after tough winters.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Earliblue'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Earliblue' is an early-ripening Northern Highbush blueberry known for its medium to large sweet fruit. It requires acidic, moist, well-drained soil and about 800 chill hours.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Star'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Star' is a Southern Highbush Blueberry variety known for its large, sweet berries and late bloom that resists frost. It has vigorous, upright growth and is disease-resistant, thriving in acidic soil with full sun or part shade.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop' is a highbush blueberry variety that produces large, flavorful berries. It is disease-resistant and features white bell-shaped flowers in May, followed by red-orange fall foliage. This self-fruitful plant thrives in acidic, well-drained soil and full sun.
Vaccinium ashei 'Powderblue'
Vaccinium ashei 'Powderblue' is a deciduous shrub known for producing sweet, large, light blue berries. This rabbiteye type initially bears pink berries before they ripen and is not self-fertile, requiring a pollinator. It grows well in USDA zones 7-9, preferring full sun and well-drained acidic soil. The shrub's foliage turns red and yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest to gardens.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blueray'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blueray' is a vigorous, fast-growing blueberry variety developed by Michigan State University. It produces medium-sized berries with firm, sweet flesh and ripens mid-season. While self-fertile, it benefits from cross-pollination for better yields. This long-lived plant can thrive for up to 30 years and requires acidic, moist, well-drained soil.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka' is a Northern Highbush blueberry variety known for its heavy yield and early ripening. It produces medium-large, antioxidant-rich fruits with a sweet-acid balance and firm skin. The plant features white bell-shaped flowers in spring and vibrant burgundy red foliage in fall. 'Reka' is self-fertile and adapts well to various climates and soils, requiring 800-1000 chill hours. It is tolerant of light frost, heat, drought, and humidity, making it a versatile choice for home gardens.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey'
The Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jersey' is a fruiting and flowering ornamental shrub known for its dark-blue clusters of large, sweet berries that ripen in August. It features delicate white blossoms in spring and waxy, dark green foliage that turns a spicy red in autumn. This shrub is cold tolerant and thrives in full sun, requiring acidic soil with a pH of 4.5 to 5.5. It is self-pollinating and attracts pollinators, making it a beneficial addition to gardens. The berries are crack-resistant and packed with antioxidants and vitamins, offering both aesthetic and nutritional value.
Vaccinium 'Pink Popcorn'
Vaccinium 'Pink Popcorn' is a unique blueberry variety producing sweet-tart pink berries. This vase-shaped shrub is easy to care for and hardy, with green leaves that turn red in the fall. It ripens mid-season and adds a colorful twist to traditional blueberry plants.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jewel'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jewel' is a Southern Highbush Blueberry known for its early season productivity and large, well-flavored berries. It features white, bell-shaped blooms in spring and showy light-blue berry clusters. The plant displays outstanding fall colors and has semi-evergreen foliage in warm climates. It requires acidic soil and consistent moisture, making it ideal for use as a privacy screen.
Vaccinium ovatum
Vaccinium ovatum is a hardy native evergreen known for its edible dark blue berries and tidy rounded shape. It features colorful spring foliage and showy white blooms, making it a great low hedge or container plant. This bird-friendly plant is nearly maintenance-free and thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Vaccinium 'Mini Blues'
Vaccinium 'Mini Blues' is a Northern Highbush Blueberry with very small, bold-colored blue fruit. It is self-pollinating and performs well in containers, requiring acidic soil and moderate watering.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Toro'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Toro' is a Northern Highbush Blueberry variety producing large, firm, sweet berries. It features bronze new growth and red stems in spring, with dark-green summer foliage turning bright red in fall. This plant grows well in acidic soil and is suitable for container culture.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluegold'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluegold' is a highbush blueberry variety producing medium to large, firm berries with a concentrated ripening time. It is self-pollinating but yields a larger crop with another variety nearby. This plant requires acidic, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade.
Vaccinium 'Northsky'
Vaccinium 'Northsky' is a very hardy, compact blueberry plant that tolerates temperatures as low as -40°F. It produces small, sky-blue berries with a mild wild blueberry flavor. This plant requires another blueberry for pollination and thrives in full sun and acidic soils.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Darrow'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Darrow' is a Northern Highbush blueberry variety that produces large, quarter-sized dark blue berries with a light blue overcast. This self-pollinating plant features pink and white bell-shaped blooms in spring and vibrant red-scarlet fall foliage. It requires acidic, well-drained soil and can be grown in large outdoor containers.