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Description
Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop, commonly known as highbush blueberry, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Ericaceae family. This plant is native to North America and is famous for its edible blueberries that are used in a variety of culinary dishes. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and has a spread of 4 to 6 feet. The plant blooms in spring, producing white, bell-shaped flowers that attract pollinators. The fruit, which is ripe in mid-summer, is a blueberry that is approximately 0.5 inches in diameter.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Vaccinium |
Appearance
The highbush blueberry has a rounded shape and can grow up to 10 feet tall. The leaves are green, ovate, and approximately 1 to 3 inches long. In the fall, the leaves turn a vibrant red color. The white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in spring are approximately 0.25 inches long and are arranged in clusters. The fruit is a blueberry that is approximately 0.5 inches in diameter and has a bluish-gray color.
Care Guide
To care for Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop, the following guidelines should be followed:- Water: The plant should be watered regularly, especially during dry spells. It is important to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: The plant should be fertilized with an acidic fertilizer, such as cottonseed meal or ammonium sulfate, in the spring and summer.- Soil: The plant prefers acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5. It should be planted in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: The plant requires full sun to produce the best fruit. It can tolerate some shade, but the fruit yield will be reduced.- Hardiness Zones: Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop can grow in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
The highbush blueberry is susceptible to several pests and diseases, including:- Blueberry Maggot: This pest lays eggs in the fruit, causing it to become inedible.- Mummy Berry: This disease causes the berries to turn brown and shrivel up.- Powdery Mildew: This disease causes a white powdery substance to appear on the leaves and stems.- Spider Mites: These pests suck sap from the plant, causing the leaves to turn yellow and dry up.
Habitat
Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop is native to North America and can be found growing in various habitats, including forests, bogs, and swamps. It prefers acidic soil and full sun but can tolerate some shade. The plant is commonly cultivated for its edible fruit.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the best time to plant Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop?
A: The best time to plant this shrub is in the spring or fall.
Q: How often should I fertilize this plant?
A: The plant should be fertilized with an acidic fertilizer in the spring and summer.
Q: How tall can Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop grow?
A: This plant can grow up to 10 feet tall.
Q: What is the fruit of Vaccinium Corymbosum Bluecrop?
A: The fruit is a blueberry that is approximately 0.5 inches in diameter.
Related Plants
– Vaccinium angustifolium (Lowbush Blueberry)- Vaccinium corymbosum (Highbush Blueberry)- Vaccinium pallidum (Blue Ridge Blueberry)- Vaccinium virgatum (Southern Blueberry)
References
– “Vaccinium Corymbosum,” Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed August 31, 2021, https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=277487&isprofile=0&.- “Highbush Blueberry,” The Spruce, accessed August 31, 2021, https://www.thespruce.com/highbush-blueberry-growing-profile-3269328.
