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Southern Highbush blueberries offer gardeners in warmer areas of the U. S. an opportunity to enjoy blueberries just like in northern areas. The ones offered here were specifi cally bred for superior fruit, soil adaptability, heat tolerance and low winter chilling. They grow fi ne as far north as Seattle, offering gardeners different foliage, bloom and plant characteristics than are found in northern varieties (see be- low for northern types). Most varieties are self-pollinating but the berries will be larger if two varieties are planted together. These varieties have low winter chilling requirements. “Chilling” is a measure of accumulated hours of temperatures below 45°F in the dormant season. The chilling hours required are listed for each variety.
30140 O’NEAL. Considered by many to have the best fl avor of all the southern highbush blueberries. Features medium large, medium dark blue fruit of terrifi c quality. The bush is medium size, vigorous, spreading about 5 ft. Foliage is an attractive gray-green in the summer accented with red stems and branches. Maturity is very early. O'Neal's suggested chilling requirement is 400-500 hours. Zones 5-9. $10.95 each; 2 for $19.75; 5 for $41.25.
AND BERRIES SOUTHERN HIGHBUSH BLUEBERRIES Culture.
BARGAIN. One plant each of O'Neal, Sunshine Blue and Misty. All three just $27.95.
30103(X) BLUEBERRY
30143 SUNSHINE BLUE. Tolerates higher pH soils than other blueberries. This one has it all. Semi-dwarf ev- ergreen blueberry features a highly branched compact habit that grows about 3 ft. tall. The showy hot pink fl owers fade to white in the spring yielding large crops of dime-sized, delicious blueberries with unique tangy fl avor.
berries for up to 9 weeks in the summer. Self-pollinating. The low chilling requirement of 150 hours makes it suitable for planting in the deep south, but it is surprisingly cold hardy. Maturity is mid-season. Zones 5-10. $10.95 each; 2 for $19.75; 5 for $41.25.
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30285 LINGONBERRY. A native selection from Europe and Scandinavian Countries. Particularly nice brilliant green, evergreen foliage with vigorous growth and consis- tent yields of medium sized, bright red, tart and lemony fruit. Excellent for preserves, sauces and pastries. Grows to 16 in. tall and spreads up to 24 in. across. Zones 2-7. $10.50 each; 2 for $18.98; 5 for $41.00.
Lingonberries offer an exciting uncommon addition of both beautiful colored berries and high quality fruit. Also called Europe- an cranberry, partridgeberry and foxber- ry, this super hardy evergreen shrub grows 6 to 16 in. high and spreads slowly through underground rhizomes. Grow them just as you do blueberries, placing them in well- drained soils with generous additions of organic matter such as peat, bark or saw- dust. Cross-pollination will improve pro- duction. Set them out as individual speci- mens, in rows or planted together to form a solid ground cover. Requires very little fertilizer. Generally, a balanced acid fer- tilizer used once in the spring is suffi cient. Grows best in fi ltered sun or shaded from hot afternoon exposure.
Culture.
THE AMERICAN CRANBERRY. Culture.
Produces
See page 28 for state shipping restrictions on trees.
30130 MISTY. So attractive, the ornamental value is tremen- dous, not to mention the blue- berries. One of the most attrac- tive southern highbush varieties, the bright blue-green foliage of Misty provides a perfect contrast to the hot pink spring fl owers and sky-blue summer fruit. The ber- ries are medium to large size and of excellent quality.
‘evergreen’ tendency in areas with mild winters. Matures early and yields best when planted with oth- er blueberries. Chilling needs are very low – about 300 hours. But this one will do well up north, too. Zones 5-10. $10.95 each; 2 for $19.75; 5 for $41.25.
WILD LOW-BUSH BLUEBERRY
This has wonderful, distinct wild blueberry fl avor. It is a native of the northwest U. S. and produces profuse white blooms that yield small sized light blue fruit. Fall foliage turns bright red and orange prior to leaf drop. Planting and culture is the same as for highbush blueberries. Annual pruning is not necessary but the plants yield best if two-thirds of the growth is sheared back every third year in late winter. This is great as an ornamental ground cover.
(Vaccinium angustifolium). Culture.
30110 BURGUNDY. A stand- out selection from Maine. Has distinctive gray-green foliage, bur- gundy new growth and light blue berries in the summer. Growth is compact, about 3 ft. wide by 1 ft. tall. Deep burgundy fall color. Zones 3-7. $12.95 each; 2 for $23.95; 5 for $52.95.
The American cranberry (Vaccinium macrocar- pon) offers terrifi c potential for the home gardener. Contrary to popular belief, cranberries do not re- quire a bog or wetland for successful culture. They are easy-to-grow in most upland soils. Plant as you would blueberries with moderate additions of acid- ic organic matter or sand to lighten heavy soils. Plant 2 ft. apart for a solid ground cover or use in hanging baskets and planters for a delicate cas- cading effect. Plant in full sun or partial shade in areas with hot summers. Protect from spring frosts to preserve consistent yields.
30280 PILGRIM. A very robust variety. Has thick, large, dark green leaves and forms heavy mat. Fruit is me- dium large and glossy dark red in color. Foliage turns bronze in fall. Zones 2-7. $10.50 each; 2 for $18.95; 5 for $39.98.
BLUEBERRIES. –Northern Highbush Types–
30105 EARLY BLUERAY. Our earliest variety, also very hardy. Begins to ripen early July in Zone 5. Berries medium-large, fi rm, bright blue and tart. Very productive, 3-year plants. Pollinate with Patriot for best results. Spring shipment only. Zones 4-7. $11.95 each; 2 for $21.95; 5 for $49.95.
30145 PATRIOT. Our best midseason variety extends the harvest season by 6 weeks. Begins to ripen about Aug. 1 and continues to produce until mid-Sept. Plants are large, upright, 3 years old. Pollinate with Blueray for best re- sults. Spring shipment only. Zones 3-7. $11.95 each; 2 for $21.95; 5 for $49.95.
30101(X) POLLINATOR SPECIAL! You should plant at least 2 blueberry varieties for cross-pollination and heavy fruit production. Get one each Early Blueray and Patriot. Both for just $21.95.
HONEYBERRIES (Lonicera Kamchatika).
Super-hardy and delicious, this berry from Eastern Siberia has been virtually unknown in the U.S. Bushes have small white fl owers in early spring followed by fruits similar in color and fl avor to large blueberries. Ripens 10 to 14 days before strawberries. Plant in full sun in the north, partial shade where summers are hot. Very easy to grow, no pest or disease problems. Not self-fer- tile, so plant two varieties. Bears one to two years after planting. Plants are compact, about 3 to 4 ft. tall. Zones 3-8. 12 to 18 in. bareroot plants.
30416 Blue Velvet, $19.95 each. 30418 Blue Moon, $19.95 each.
30417(X) HONEYBERRY PAIR. Includes one plant each of Blue Velvet and Blue Moon. Both for just $33.95.
51142 ALUMINUM SULFATE. Acts quickly as a wonderful soil acidifi er. Blueberries need acidic soils to grow properly. This product does the trick. Just mix with the soil, according to directions, where each plant is set out. Maintain soil acidity with Soil Sulphur. 4 lb. bag, $9.95.
51125 BLUEBERRY SPECIAL FERTILIZER. Formulated to give blueberry plants the boost they need for maximum yields. Contains 12-12-12 fertilizer with added magnesium and sulfur. Use on established plants and apply annu- ally for best results. 4 lb. bag, $12.95 each.
51154 SOIL SULPHUR. For use on all acid loving plants. This is a long-lasting soil acidifi er, just the thing for maintaining acidity. It’s slow action and long-lasting formula requires repeat applications only every three to four years. A top dressing of 1 cup per established plant is usually suf- fi cient. Ideal for lawns, and especially for blueberries. Also use on azaleas, rhododendrons and other plants that prefer acid soils. 4 lb. bag, $12.95 each; 2 or more $11.95 each.
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