Blueberries are well-shaped, upright and vigorous plants with dark green foliage. In addition to the berries, blueberries are beautiful ornamental, native shrubs with spring flowers and fall color. They can be included in the landscape as either a single planting, hedge/border or in areas such as native gardens and woodlands. They also make nice container plants for a patio or deck. Blueberry plants are very hardy and long-lived. They prefer organically rich, medium to wet, well-drained acidic soils in full sun to part shade.
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Chippewa'
The ‘Chippewa’ is a compact blueberry that stays relatively short, growing to only 3-4' tall. It is a good choice for a short, edible hedge, especially in the northern areas where it is cold hardy to -40F, which is USDA zones 3-7. It fruits mid season, late June-July in the northern parts of the U.S and will yield 3-8 pounds per plant. It has medium sized berries that are light blue and very sweet. Its leaves turn yellow/orange to red/purple in the fall.
Minimum temperature: Hardy to -40f. USDA zone: 3-7. Find your zone here. Light: Full to part sun. Fruit: Medium, blue berries. Bearing age: 2-3 years. Pollination requirements: It is self pollinating but does better with another blue berry nearby. Ripens: July-August.
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The last photo is an example of a 4” 'Chippewa' blueberry, however, it is not the exact plant that you will receive. Your plant will be approximately 1-2 years old and 2'-3' tall.