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Description
Cultivate Delicious Early Blueberries: The Cold-Hardy Duke Bush
The Duke Blueberry from Berries Unlimited is an exceptional northern highbush variety, celebrated for its reliable early-season harvests of medium to large, mild-flavored berries. Ideal for home gardeners, this compact and upright bush thrives in USDA Zones 3-7, providing both delicious fruit and attractive orange and yellow fall foliage.
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Early Ripening | Berries mature early in the harvest season. |
| High Yield Potential | Capable of producing 8 to 12 pounds of fruit annually per bush. |
| Premium Berry Quality | Medium to large sized berries with a consistently mild and pleasing flavor. |
| Compact Upright Form | Reaches a mature height of 4 to 6 feet, maintaining a neat, space-efficient shape. |
| Vibrant Fall Foliage | Leaves transform into striking orange and yellow hues in autumn. |
| Cold Hardiness | Robustly thrives in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 3 through 7. |
Benefits
| Benefit | How It Helps You |
|---|---|
| Consistent Production | Enjoy a dependable and plentiful harvest of fresh blueberries every year. |
| Delicious Flavor Profile | Savor mild, appealing berries perfect for fresh eating, smoothies, or culinary creations. |
| Space-Efficient Growth | Its compact, upright habit makes it suitable for smaller gardens, containers, or edible landscapes. |
| Extended Seasonal Interest | Beyond fruit, the bush adds ornamental value with attractive orange and yellow fall color. |
| Reliable in Cold Climates | Grow with confidence knowing it is designed to withstand colder temperatures across many regions. |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Variety Type | Northern Highbush Blueberry |
| Harvest Season | Early |
| Mature Height | 4-6 feet |
| Bush Shape | Compact, Upright |
| Hardiness Zones | USDA 3-7 |
| Annual Yield | 8-12 pounds per plant |
| Berry Size | Medium to Large |
| Berry Flavor | Mild |
| Fall Color | Orange and Yellow |
| SKU | DUKGQFPG13-PL |
Usage & Fit
- Fresh Eating: Perfect for enjoying straight from the bush or as a healthy snack.
- Baking & Preserving: Excellent for use in pies, muffins, jams, jellies, and freezing for later use.
- Landscape Accent: Integrates beautifully into edible landscapes, providing both fruit and ornamental appeal.
Ideal For
- Home Gardeners: Seeking reliable, easy-to-grow blueberry plants for bountiful harvests.
- Cold Climate Growers: Especially suitable for those in USDA Zones 3-7 needing cold-hardy varieties.
- Small Garden Spaces: Its compact and upright growth habit fits well in limited areas or containers.
- Edible Landscaping Enthusiasts: Combining aesthetic beauty with the reward of fresh, delicious fruit.
Policy & Support
| Policy/Support | Details |
|---|---|
| Shipping | Reliable nationwide shipping ensures healthy plant delivery. |
| Quality Guarantee | Berries Unlimited provides quality, tissue-cultured berry plants and bushes. |
| Growing Guidance | Access detailed Blueberry Growing Information. |
| Zone Information | Consult our USDA Zone Map for best planting success. |
2 Reviews
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Duke Blueberry
Arrived healthy
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Duke
Nice sized bush arrived in excellent shape, no problems whatsoever. The bushes are quite a bit larger than I expected. Very healthy and disease free. Thank you.
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