An early-fruiting, low-chill southern highbush blueberry with sweet, firm, sky-blue berries, well suited to mild and subtropical climates. Semi-evergreen and largely self-fertile, though a second variety lifts yields.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 1.5 m H × 1.2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: consistently moist soil
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Misty Blueberry
Vaccinium 'Misty' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Ericaceae family. It reaches around 1.5 m tall and 1.2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Misty Blueberry
Misty Blueberry suits warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Misty 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
Misty Blueberry prefers consistently moist soil. Feed as new growth begins, following the rate on a balanced garden fertiliser. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Misty Blueberry after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is low maintenance.
Using Misty Blueberry in the garden
Misty 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
Misty Blueberry sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to consistently moist soil and warm-temperate climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Misty Blueberry
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