Vaccinium corymbosum (Tropical Blueberry) - Image 125
Botanical name: Vaccinium corymbosum
Common names: Tropical Blueberry, Lowbush Blueberry
Family: Ericaceae
Origin: North America, Europe and Asia
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 4 8
Cold tolerance: -10°F
Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Tropical Blueberry
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Vaccinium corymbosum (Tropical Blueberry) fruit held in a palm showing deep blue color.
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