A late-season highbush blueberry with large, firm, sweet-tart berries and excellent shelf life. Needs acidic, moist, free-draining soil and rewards cool-climate gardens with bright autumn foliage.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.8 m H × 1.2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Brigitta Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Brigitta' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Ericaceae family. It reaches around 1.8 m tall and 1.2 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Brigitta Blueberry
Brigitta Blueberry suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Brigitta Blueberry does best in acidic and free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Brigitta Blueberry prefers consistently moist soil. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Brigitta Blueberry after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Brigitta Blueberry in the garden
Brigitta Blueberry earns its place for edible harvests, pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same consistently moist soil and cool-temperate climate as Brigitta Blueberry. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Brigitta Blueberry
Plant Sale lists Brigitta Blueberry as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
