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BlueRay Blueberry
$21.99 - $32.99BlueRay is a northern highbush blueberry bush. The berries ripen in the middle part of the blueberry harvest season. This bush will yield 7 to 10 pounds of berries per year. The size of the berries is very large with a...$21.99 - $32.99 -
Chippewa Blueberry
$21.99Chippewa is a half-high blueberry bush. The berries ripen in the middle part of the blueberry harvest season. This bush will yield 5 to 8 pounds of berries per year. One of the most delicious blueberries.The size of the...$21.99 -
Toro Blueberry
$21.99 - $32.99Toro (northern highbush) Toro produces outstanding fresh market quality very large blue fruit. The easy-to-pick berries form in large clusters that hang like grapes. Production has been consistent and quite...$21.99 - $32.99 -
Pink Lemonade Blueberry
$29.99The First Pink Blueberry: Sweet, Stylish, and Surprisingly Hardy Break the mold of traditional blue fruit with the Pink Lemonade Blueberry, a horticultural showstopper that delivers both visual flair and gourmet flavor. Unlike standard varieties, this...$29.99 -
Chandler Blueberry
$24.99 - $34.99Chandler Blueberry: The World’s Largest Fruit with a 6-Week Harvest Imagine walking into your garden and picking blueberries the size of cherries—or even quarters! The Chandler Highbush Blueberry is legendary for producing the world's...$24.99 - $34.99 -
Talisman Blueberry
$21.99NEW! DELICIOUS! 'Talisman’ is a new Hybrid between northern highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) and southern highbush cultivar developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS). The new...$21.99 -
Vaccinium Angustifolium Wild Lowbush Blueberry
$24.99Vaccinium Angustifolium is Native to the NE United States. Blueberries are similar to those found in Maine! Delicious blueberry fields. Deciduous. White flowers in May followed by sweet, edible bluish-black fruit maturing in mid to late summer. 2′...$24.99 -
Legacy Blueberry
$19.99 - $39.99Legacy (northern highbush): was developed by the USDA Research Station in NJ. It keeps its leaves through the winter in milder climate zones staying evergreen. Large clusters of delicious sweet berries...$19.99 - $39.99 -
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Red Diamond Goji Berry
Now: $12.99Was: $16.99Goji Berry (Red Diamond) Jumbo (Lycium barbarum). China native. Tissue cultured plants. Fast growing. Tolerate to all types of Climatic zones. Very high potency in antioxidants. Bearing through the season until heavy frost. Easy to grow. Better to...Now: $12.99Was: $16.99 -
Elliott Blueberry
$23.99 - $24.99Elliott is a northern highbush blueberry bush. The berries ripen in the late part of the blueberry harvest season. This bush will yield 8 to 12 pounds of berries per year. The size of the berries is medium to large with an excellent flavor. When the...$23.99 - $24.99 -
HardyBlue Blueberry
$29.99Hardyblue (northern highbush): is famous for its very sweet delicious berries and heavy crops. Perfect fruit for baking and eating it fresh. Upright habit. Red fall foliage. Tolerant to many types of soil including heavy clay. Red stems are very...$29.99 -
Top Hat Blueberry
$18.99Top Hat is a hybrid between Vaccinium Corybosum and Vaccinium Angustifolium. Top Hat is a perfect name for this dwarf variety as it grows 1'-2' + high and wide. Top Hat is the result of crossing a short stature Highbush with a compact, small Low bush...$18.99
Experience the exceptional flavor and robust growth of our Northern Highbush Blueberries (*Vaccinium corymbosum*). Perfectly suited for cooler climates with distinct winters, these cold-hardy bushes require higher chill hours to produce their abundance of large, sweet-tart berries. Whether you are looking for early-season varieties to kickstart your summer or late-season producers to extend the harvest, our collection offers the best genetics for home gardeners and commercial growers in Zones 3 through 7. Enjoy fresh eating, baking, and preserving with these vigorous, high-yielding plants.
Collection Highlights
| Variety/Type | Harvest Season | Flavor/Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Duke | Early Season | Mild, Sweet Flavor & Heavy Yields |
| Bluecrop | Mid-Season | Classic Sweet-Tart Flavor & Disease Resistance |
| Elliott | Late Season | Tangy Flavor & Extended Harvest |
| Chandler | Mid-Late Season | Giant Fruit Size & Long Ripening Window |
Growing Information
| Specification | Range in Collection |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | Zones 3 - 7 |
| Chill Hour Requirement | 800 - 1,000+ Hours |
| Soil pH | 4.5 - 4.8 (Acidic) |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (6-8+ Hours) |
Who Is This Collection For?
- Home Orchards: High-yield bushes perfect for family food production and fresh eating.
- Commercial Production: Consistent producers with excellent shipping qualities and cold hardiness.
- Edible Landscaping: Provides beautiful spring blooms, summer fruit, and fiery red fall foliage.
Top Performers in this Category
- Duke Northern Highbush Blueberry - A leading early-season variety known for high yields of mild, sweet berries.
- Bluecrop Northern Highbush Blueberry - The world's most widely planted variety, offering a classic sweet-tart blueberry flavor.
- Chandler Northern Highbush Blueberry - Famous for producing the world's largest blueberries with a delicious sweet taste.
- Elliott Northern Highbush Blueberry - A late-season favorite that provides fresh berries late into the summer.
- Liberty Northern Highbush Blueberry - A patent variety known for excellent fruit quality and late-season harvest.
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- Southern Blueberries - Low-chill varieties perfect for warmer climates.
- Soil Moisturizer- Garden Saver - Essential soil amendments for maintaining moisture and acidity.
- Bird Supplies/Protection - Nets and supplies to protect your harvest from birds.
- Honeyberries - Haskap - Another extremely cold-hardy berry option for northern growers.
At Berries Unlimited, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Northern Highbush Blueberry plants to ensure your gardening success. Our nursery-grown bushes are selected for their vigor, disease resistance, and superior fruit quality. Whether you are planting a small backyard patch or a large commercial field, our expert team is here to support you with the best varieties for your specific hardiness zone. Order your cold-hardy blueberry bushes today and enjoy the taste of homegrown fruit for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What Hardiness Zones are best for Northern Highbush Blueberries?
A: Northern Highbush Blueberries thrive best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 7. They are specifically bred to withstand cold winters and require a significant number of chill hours (temperatures below 45°F) to break dormancy and set fruit effectively.
Q: Is the Northern Highbush Blueberry self-pollinating, or do I need another variety?
A: While many Northern Highbush varieties are technically self-pollinating, we highly recommend planting at least two different varieties with similar bloom times. Cross-pollination significantly increases fruit set, berry size, and overall yield.
Q: How many chill hours do these blueberry bushes need?
A: Most Northern Highbush varieties require between 800 and 1,000+ chill hours annually. This high chill requirement ensures they do not bloom too early during warm winter spells, protecting the buds from late spring frosts.
Q: When can I expect to harvest fruit from Northern Highbush varieties?
A: Harvest times vary by cultivar. Early varieties like Duke ripen in June, mid-season varieties like Bluecrop ripen in July, and late-season varieties like Elliott can be harvested into August or September, depending on your specific location.