Product description
Our Vaccinium corymbosum Duke is a deciduous shrub. This variety bears small, white flowers in Spring and its green leaves will eventually turn orange-red as Autumn approaches. The tasty, edible Blueberries that the plant is known for will be ready to harvest in early Summer. Although, the higher yields of fruit will be produced if planted alongside a pollination partner. The fruit can then be used and enjoyed within meals or on their own.
They will grow to an ultimate height of 1.5m and ultimate spread of 1m. In terms of plant care, it should be placed in bright, indirect sunlight and planted in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Watering becomes essential when the soil is dry to touch.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
Blueberry
Blueberry 'Duke'
Blueberry 'Duke'
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Product description
Our Vaccinium corymbosum Duke is a deciduous shrub. This variety bears small, white flowers in Spring and its green leaves will eventually turn orange-red as Autumn approaches. The tasty, edible Blueberries that the plant is known for will be ready to harvest in early Summer. Although, the higher yields of fruit will be produced if planted alongside a pollination partner. The fruit can then be used and enjoyed within meals or on their own.
They will grow to an ultimate height of 1.5m and ultimate spread of 1m. In terms of plant care, it should be placed in bright, indirect sunlight and planted in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Watering becomes essential when the soil is dry to touch.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Birds love blueberries, so protect your crops with netting, especially as they ripen.
How to Water
Keep blueberries well-watered, especially during the growing season. Avoid overwatering and use rainwater wherever possible.
How to Plant
Dig in plenty of acid-rich organic matter, such as pine needles and composted conifer bark, before planting blueberries in full sun in moist but well-draining soil. Choose a sheltered spot and bear in mind that while blueberries tolerate light shade, they provide more generous crops in full sun.
