Rabbiteye Blueberry (Vaccinium virgatum)
Vaccinium virgatum, or Rabbiteye Blueberry, is a deciduous shrub known for its sweet, blue berries. It thrives in acidic soil and full sun, offering white flowers and vib
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Sunlight
Full sun for best fruit production, tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Consistent moisture, especially during fruiting. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Acidic (pH 4.5-5.5), well-drained, rich in organic matter.
Temperature
Hardy in USDA zones 7-9. Requires chill hours for fruit production. Optimal growing 18-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Acid-forming fertilizer in early spring and after harvest.
Care Requirements
Full sun for best fruit production, tolerates partial shade.
Consistent moisture, especially during fruiting. Avoid waterlogging.
Acidic (pH 4.5-5.5), well-drained, rich in organic matter.
Hardy in USDA zones 7-9. Requires chill hours for fruit production. Optimal growing 18-30°C.
Outdoor
Acid-forming fertilizer in early spring and after harvest.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-4.5 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter dormancy
Leaf Color
Green, Reddish-bronze (autumn)
Leaf Type
Simple, oval to elliptical
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyEricaceae
- genusVaccinium
- speciesVaccinium virgatum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes