Discover the Delightful Blueberry Pink Lemonade Plant
Bring a touch of unique flavor and beauty to your garden with the Blueberry Pink Lemonade Vaccinium Rabbiteye. This listing includes three (3) starter plants, ready to establish and thrive in your landscape. The ‘Pink Lemonade’ variety is a stunning deciduous shrub that offers year-round visual appeal, making it a standout addition to any garden.
In late spring, expect delicate pinkish-white, bell-shaped flowers to emerge, creating a lovely display. These flowers then give way to pale green fruit that ripens into a beautiful dark pink in early to mid-summer. The berries are glossy, firm, and boast a mild, sweet flavor that sets them apart from traditional blueberries.
Beyond the delicious fruit, the foliage of the Pink Lemonade Blueberry provides seasonal interest, turning a vibrant orange hue before dropping in late fall. Its compact size, reaching 3-4′ tall, makes it suitable for various garden spaces. This variety requires only 200 chill hours, making it an excellent choice for milder climates. Plant your Vaccinium Rabbiteye in full sun and well-draining soil for optimal growth. Regular watering is essential, especially during periods of extreme heat. This plant is heat and humidity tolerant, but early blooms may require protection from frost.
Benefits of Growing Blueberry Pink Lemonade:
- Unique Pink Berries: Enjoy the novelty of pink blueberries with a mild, sweet flavor.
- Year-Round Interest: Beautiful flowers in spring, colorful fruit in summer, and vibrant foliage in fall.
- Low Chill Hours: Suitable for milder climates with only 200 chill hours required.
- Compact Size: Fits well in various garden spaces, reaching a mature height of 3-4 feet.
- Easy to Grow: With proper care, this plant thrives in full sun and well-draining soil.
Cultivation tips include planting in well-draining soil with a soil acidity of 4.5 or below. Its medium growth rate and upright habit make it a manageable and attractive addition to your garden. These Blueberry Pink Lemonade Vaccinium Rabbiteye plants are shipped via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail, with ship times typically ranging from 1-3 days, though they may increase during peak seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How big will the Blueberry Pink Lemonade plant get? The plant typically grows to be 3-4 feet tall and wide.
- What kind of soil does it need? It thrives in well-draining, acidic soil with a pH of 4.5 or below.
- How often should I water the plant? Water regularly, about once a week, and more frequently during hot weather.
- Does it need full sun? Yes, plant in a location that receives full sun for best fruit production.
- Is this plant suitable for my climate? It is hardy in zones 4-9 and requires only 200 chill hours.
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