Northland blueberry

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

ShrubEricaceae

Northland blueberry
Edible
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to wet soil
Size3 to 6 feet tall3 to 5 feet wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Erect
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Bloom color
White
Foliage color
Green
Soil types
Sand, loam, clay
Soil pH
4.5-5.5

Garden uses

BorderContainerFood gardenHedgePollinator gardenPrivacy screenRain garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBeesBirds

Notes

'Northland' blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland') is a shrub for borders, containers, hedges, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to wet, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It is grown for fresh eating, and it needs acidic soil. White flowers attract bees, butterflies, and birds.

Pairs well with Hummingbird sweet pepperbush, Spicebush, and Sensitive fern.