Plants in genus vaccinium
Vaccinium 'Northcountry'
Vaccinium 'Northcountry' is a very cold-hardy blueberry variety, producing 3-5 pounds of sky blue berries per mature plant. It features white-tinged pink flowers in spring and brilliant red fall foliage. This compact plant requires very acidic soil and thrives in full sun, offering high antioxidant content.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue' is a Southern Highbush blueberry that produces firm, tangy berries. This deciduous shrub features bell-shaped flowers and brilliant red fall foliage, thriving in full sun and partial shade with moist, acidic soil.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Misty'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Misty' is a fast-growing blueberry bush producing medium-large sky blue berries. It features small pink flowers and attractive blue-green foliage. This self-pollinating plant thrives in USDA zones 5-10 with full sun and acidic, well-drained soil.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Spartan'
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Spartan' is a blueberry variety introduced in 1977, known for its large fruit size and self-fertility. It attracts pollinators and is hardy in USDA zones 5-7, growing 5-6 feet tall. This plant prefers acidic soil and full sun, requiring approximately 800 chilling hours for optimal fruit production. It is resistant to root rot and fungus, making it a reliable choice for home gardeners seeking a robust berry-producing plant.
Vaccinium 'Burgundy'
Vaccinium 'Burgundy' is a lowbush blueberry with glossy burgundy-red leaves in spring and gray-green leaves in summer. It produces light blue berries and is self-pollinating, growing 12 to 15 inches tall.