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Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka'

Northern Highbush Blueberry

Plant Type: Perennial
FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade

Early season, upright, fast growing variety adapts to a wide range of climates and soil types. Mid size fruit. .Blooms in spring. Flowers followed by tasty blue berries, which ripen in summer. The fruit is a favorite among humans, birds, small mammals and box turtles. Provides nectar for native bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Larval food for several butterflies. Great fall color.


Height

4-6'

Spread

4-6'

Growth Habit

THRILLER (upright)

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka' Plant Care:

Prefers acidic (pH of 4.8 to 5.2.) organically rich, moist, well drained soil. Remove flowers first year of planting.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 (-30/-20F)

Northern Highbush Blueberry Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest
Early Season (March - April)
Mid Season (May - June)
Late Season (July - frost)
Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Hummingbirds