Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

A popular small shrub with masses of tasty large fruit in late summer. The leaves are dark green, turning red and orange before falling in autumn.

The berries can be eaten fresh or used in baking, stewing or making pies. 

Excellent border shrub or ideal for growing in a large container with ericaceous compost.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Moist or well drained, acid soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: May - June.
• Flower Colour: White
• Rate of Growth: Slow.
• Habit: Small densely branching shrub.
  • Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
  • Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)

• Notes: Although partly self fertile, this plant will produce a much better crop of berries when planted alongside another blueberry.