Tifblue Blueberry (rabbit eye)

Vaccinium ashei ' Tifblue' Early to Mid-Season ripening. Medium to large, light blue fruit. Vigorous. Rated best for Autumn ornamental color. Tifblue mostly Spring freeze resistant.                Heat & Drought Tolerant.    Disease Resistant Requires Cross-Pollination. Tifblue can be Cross-Pollinated w/ Powder Blue, Premier, Brightwell or Climax.   Photo courtesy of: Bottoms Nursery in Concord, GA & Toms Creek Nursery Ornamental Characteristics Category Fruit Producing Shrub Foliage Type Deciduous Height 8' Spread 6' Shape Upright Primary Foliage Color Green Seasonal Foliage Color Yellow & Orange Flowering Season Spring Flower Color White Berries Purple (medium - large size) Environmental Characteristics Growth Rate Fast Sun Preferences Full Sun Water Preferences Average: Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage.  Cold Hardiness Zone 7 to 9