Fruit - Winter-Spring

Fruit--Cool

Genus: Vaccinium	Specific Epithet: corymbosum	Variety: See Below
Nutrient Richness (of 65): 7	Vitamins (highest in): C. Manganese, Fiber, E	Calories/Cup: 80
Phonetic: vak-SIN-ee-u kor-rim-BOW-sum		Family: Ericaceae
Root Meanings: From the Latin for bilberry/Full of corymbs (flat flower heads)	Origin: North America	CA Native: No
Common Name(s) : Highbush Blueberry

Zones: 2-9, 14-17	Exposure: Full Sun	Water: Ample
Type: Shrub	Persistence: Deciduous
Height: 5-6 ft	Spread: NA	Growth Rate: Fast
Blooms: Early Spring	Flowers: White	Fruit: May to Early June
Features: Scarlet and yellow fall foliage
Varieties: Bluecrop 4-6 ft attractive shrub Midseason Consistent, dependable production Large berries with excellent flavor
Considerations: Protect from spring wind Needs acidic soil (ph5), add sulphur if needed Prefers afternoon shade Needs cool, moist, well-drained, acidic soil Plant at least 2 varieties for pollination Prune to reduce fruit--overproduction weakens plant
Kitchen Use: Fresh eating Baking, jam