Burgundy Lowbush Blueberry

Description

Full sun, attracts wildlife, Zone 3

Vaccinium angustifolium ‘Burgundy 

Pot size #1

Lowbush blueberries are short in stature and spread with underground stems. The lowbush blueberry bushes are a native crop to Atlantic Canada, Quebec, and in the state of Maine. This particular variety of the lowbush blueberry bush is standout selection from Maine. The Burgundy Lowbush has bronzy colored foliage, in the Spring, becoming a gray-green leaves in the Summer, and a deep burgundy shade in the Fall. The berries are pea-sized, light blue, and are easy to pick. Noted for its ornamental features and also great to use as a hedge, ground cover, or mass planting.

Annual pruning is not necessary but they do respond well when pruned back every second or third year, in late winter. These plants attract wildlife, and are great for borders in your landscape. Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Hardy and are able to withstand the snow loads of colder climates.