An older variety still widely grown because of broad climatic tolerance and disease resistance. Productive of medium sized sweet berries. Late ripening northern highbush. Yellow fall and winter color makes Jersey Blueberry a great winter interest choice.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Late season.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 3/4 sun, balanced and regular moisture (especially in summer), acid soils - add peat moss or sulfur to increase acidity as needed. Reduce grass competition in root zone by applying 2-3" layer of wood chips. Apply aged manure under chips yearly. Cut out dead wood as needed.
CHILL HOURS: High:1000 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Mummy berry resistant.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 6-8' x 4'
