Blueberry - Northland

Although blueberries are self-fertile, cross-pollination produces the best fruit crop. Flowers are followed by tasty blue berries, which ripen in summer. Clusters of dainty, waxy, bell-shaped, white flowers bloom in spring. Prune early before spring growth. It has limber branches which do not break under heavy snow loads and adapts well to the sub zero climate. Northland has bright green leaves that turn orange in fall. The Northland Blueberry, 'Vaccinium 'Northland', has small dark blue fruit that has an excellent, wild berry flavor. Blueberries are delicious, exceptionally nutritious, high in bioflavanoids. It is effective in shrub borders or as part of less formal shrub plantings in areas such as native plant gardens or open woodlands. Reddish stems can be attractive in winter. It is self-pollinating. Plants appreciate a good organic mulch. This is the most cold-hardy highbush variety grown. Blueberries are a delicious gourmet treat that may be eaten fresh or used in cobbler, cake, sauce, jam, jelly or syrup. The shallow, fibrous roots need constant moisture and good drainage. It is a great plant for ornamental use because of its low, spreading habit. Fruit size is small and has a wild berry flavor. Birds love blueberries so be sure to plant enough to share!. It likes an organically rich, medium to wet, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. ... more