Item Number: FV382
Potted Blueberry - Pink Icing
Potted Blueberry - Pink Icing
A Beautiful Plant to Add to the Edible Landscape
- Variety: Lowbush
- Plant Age: 2 years
- Zones: 5-10
- Chill Hours: 500
- Harvest: Late season
- Bush Habit: Mounded plant that grows 3-4' tall
- Fruit: Large, robust flavored berries.
- Facts of note: In the spring the plants' leaves have many shades of pink, mixed with blue and green. In the winter the leaves turn a beautiful iridescent turquoise blue. Plant in a pot or use in the edible landscape
Gardening enthusiasts and berry lovers are often on the lookout for unique and delicious additions to their gardens. The Pink Icing Blueberry is one such delightful find.
The Alluring Appearance
The Pink Icing Blueberry, also known by its scientific name Vaccinium corymbosum 'ZF06-079,' is aptly named for its striking pinkish-blue foliage. During the growing season, the new leaves of this blueberry variety emerge in shades of pink, blue, and purple, creating a beautiful and eye-catching display. As the season progresses, the leaves transition to a deep, glossy green, providing visual interest throughout the year. This ornamental quality makes the Pink Icing Blueberry not just a tasty addition to your garden but also an aesthetically pleasing one.
Sweet and Flavorful Berries
One of the primary reasons for growing blueberries in your garden is the delicious fruit they produce. The Pink Icing Blueberry is no exception. Its berries are not only sweet but also possess a unique flavor profile. These plump, medium-sized berries have a sweet and tangy taste with a hint of wild blueberry flavor. Their flavor develops fully when they reach a rich, deep pinkish-blue hue, indicating their ripeness. With each harvest, you can enjoy the pleasure of picking and savoring these delectable berries right from your garden.
A Compact and Bushy Growth Habit
The Pink Icing Blueberry is a compact and bushy plant that is well-suited for smaller gardens, patios, or even containers. It typically reaches a height of about 3 to 4 feet, making it manageable for gardeners with limited space. Its tidy growth habit and attractive foliage make it an excellent choice for both ornamental and edible landscaping.
Ideal Growing Conditions
To ensure the Pink Icing Blueberry thrives in your garden, it's important to provide the right growing conditions. Like other blueberry varieties, this cultivar prefers acidic soil with a pH level between 4.5 and 5.5. Adequate sunlight is essential, so choose a sunny spot in your garden where it can receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Proper watering and mulching will help maintain soil moisture and prevent weeds.
Harvesting and Care
The Pink Icing Blueberry typically bears fruit in mid to late summer. When the berries turn that lovely pinkish-blue color and are easily plucked from the bush, they are ready to be harvested. Gently pick the ripe berries, being careful not to damage the plant. These berries are perfect for fresh consumption, baking, jams, or freezing to enjoy throughout the year.
To ensure the health and productivity of your Pink Icing Blueberry, regular pruning and maintenance are important. Prune during the dormant winter months to remove any dead or overcrowded branches and encourage new growth. Providing a balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants will also contribute to its overall well-being.
The Pink Icing Blueberry is a charming and flavorful addition to any garden. With its captivating foliage, sweet and tangy berries, and compact growth habit, it offers both aesthetic beauty and culinary delight. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, consider adding this delightful blueberry variety to your garden for a pop of color and a bountiful harvest of tasty, pink-tinged berries.
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Description
Description
- Variety: Lowbush
- Plant Age: 2 years
- Zones: 5-10
- Chill Hours: 500
- Harvest: Late season
- Bush Habit: Mounded plant that grows 3-4' tall
- Fruit: Large, robust flavored berries.
- Facts of note: In the spring the plants' leaves have many shades of pink, mixed with blue and green. In the winter the leaves turn a beautiful iridescent turquoise blue. Plant in a pot or use in the edible landscape
Gardening enthusiasts and berry lovers are often on the lookout for unique and delicious additions to their gardens. The Pink Icing Blueberry is one such delightful find.
The Alluring Appearance
The Pink Icing Blueberry, also known by its scientific name Vaccinium corymbosum 'ZF06-079,' is aptly named for its striking pinkish-blue foliage. During the growing season, the new leaves of this blueberry variety emerge in shades of pink, blue, and purple, creating a beautiful and eye-catching display. As the season progresses, the leaves transition to a deep, glossy green, providing visual interest throughout the year. This ornamental quality makes the Pink Icing Blueberry not just a tasty addition to your garden but also an aesthetically pleasing one.
Sweet and Flavorful Berries
One of the primary reasons for growing blueberries in your garden is the delicious fruit they produce. The Pink Icing Blueberry is no exception. Its berries are not only sweet but also possess a unique flavor profile. These plump, medium-sized berries have a sweet and tangy taste with a hint of wild blueberry flavor. Their flavor develops fully when they reach a rich, deep pinkish-blue hue, indicating their ripeness. With each harvest, you can enjoy the pleasure of picking and savoring these delectable berries right from your garden.
A Compact and Bushy Growth Habit
The Pink Icing Blueberry is a compact and bushy plant that is well-suited for smaller gardens, patios, or even containers. It typically reaches a height of about 3 to 4 feet, making it manageable for gardeners with limited space. Its tidy growth habit and attractive foliage make it an excellent choice for both ornamental and edible landscaping.
Ideal Growing Conditions
To ensure the Pink Icing Blueberry thrives in your garden, it's important to provide the right growing conditions. Like other blueberry varieties, this cultivar prefers acidic soil with a pH level between 4.5 and 5.5. Adequate sunlight is essential, so choose a sunny spot in your garden where it can receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Proper watering and mulching will help maintain soil moisture and prevent weeds.
Harvesting and Care
The Pink Icing Blueberry typically bears fruit in mid to late summer. When the berries turn that lovely pinkish-blue color and are easily plucked from the bush, they are ready to be harvested. Gently pick the ripe berries, being careful not to damage the plant. These berries are perfect for fresh consumption, baking, jams, or freezing to enjoy throughout the year.
To ensure the health and productivity of your Pink Icing Blueberry, regular pruning and maintenance are important. Prune during the dormant winter months to remove any dead or overcrowded branches and encourage new growth. Providing a balanced fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants will also contribute to its overall well-being.
The Pink Icing Blueberry is a charming and flavorful addition to any garden. With its captivating foliage, sweet and tangy berries, and compact growth habit, it offers both aesthetic beauty and culinary delight. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, consider adding this delightful blueberry variety to your garden for a pop of color and a bountiful harvest of tasty, pink-tinged berries.
Delicious, exceptionally nutritious, and high in bioflavanoids. Consider climate suitability, ripening season and fruit size when selecting varieties and include at least two different varieties for cross-pollination and fruiting (any two varieties will do, regardless of ripening time). Grow in acidic, well-drained soil. Cottonseed meal is an excellent fertilizer for blueberries along with good quality compost and peat moss.
Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Cannot ship to the following states: AK, HI, PR, VI, GU
Cannot ship via USPS.
Cannot ship via SmartPost.
Shipping Weight: 4.58 lb
Dimensions: 35.9"L x 3.9"W x 3.9"H
Features
Features
- Container Compatible
- Patented Variety
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
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Guarantee
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We guarantee the perishable items we sell to be in good, viable condition when we sell them. Perishable items include, but are not limited to, garlic bulbs, flower bulbs, seed potatoes, onion sets & transplants, potted or bare root trees, vegetable crowns, etc. If your perishable item arrives in substandard condition, take photographs and please contact us within 3 days of the purchase date (or delivery date) and we will provide you with a refund of the purchase price (excluding shipping costs), or a replacement. Accordingly, we urge you to open any boxes marked as ""Perishable"" immediately upon receiving them and inspect the shipment thoroughly (do not crack open heads of garlic, we do not accept claims on cracked garlic). Because some perishable items can deteriorate very quickly, we cannot accept any claims beyond the 3-day time frame as it becomes too difficult to determine if these items were delivered in substandard condition, or if they turned into such substandard condition because of having been improperly cared for or stored once delivered.
