40cm 'Liberty' Blueberry Bush | 2L Pot

Name: 40cm 'Liberty' Blueberry Bush | 2L Pot
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178823270779_55626629054843
Price: 15.99 GBP
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A compact variety, 'Liberty' is ideal for pots and patios.
Enjoy high yields of naturally sweet berries every year once established.
Perfect for muffins, smoothies, pies, or eating fresh from the bush.
Provides autumn interest with vibrant orange and red foliage.
An RHS 'Plant for Pollinators', its flowers attract bees.

Species: Blueberry
Features: Perfect for pollinators, Autumn colour, Fully hardy, Great for kids, Self fertile, Colourful berries & fruits
Flowering Time: May, June
Harvest Time: August, September
Flower Colour: Bell-shaped white blooms with a pinkish tint appear in May and June.
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Any acidic, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: H6 - This blueberry variety is cold hardy down to temperatures of -20°C.
Habit: Forms a relatively neat and compact bushy shrub.
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1-1.3m.
Pollination: Self fertile but for greater yields, encourage cross-pollination.
Tasting Notes: Exceptional flavour - each bite is bursting with refreshing sweetness.
Uses: Muffins, pies, jams and eating fresh

Planting Time: Can be planted at any time of year.
Spacing: Plant 1.2-1.8m apart to allow for spreading.
Soil: Blueberry bushes grow best in acidic soil (roughly between pH 4.5 and 5). Soil testing kits are readily available. If your soil isn't acidic enough, you can incorporate some sulphur powder.
Watering: Blueberry bushes prefer consistently moist soil, so ensure the soil doesn't dry out, especially in summer. If you can, use rainwater from a storage butt as this has a better pH.
Feeding: Every winter, apply a nitrogen-rich fertiliser. In early springtime, apply a mulch of ericaceous compost that's suitable for acid-loving plants.
Pruning: No pruning is needed for the first couple of years. Once mature, prune annually in late winter or early spring to keep it healthy and productive.
Pests & Diseases: Not particularly impacted by pests or disease, but ensure good air circulation to protect against powdery mildew. Vine weevils can be managed with a sticky barrier or by placing grit on your compost.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Premium plant in a 2L pot
Height on Arrival: 30-60cm inc. pot
Eventual Height: Grows to an approximate height of between 1 and 1.3m.
Time to First Crop: Blueberry bushes typically take at least a couple of years before they start to produce fruit in meaningful quantities.

Highlights

A compact variety, 'Liberty' is ideal for pots and patios.
Enjoy high yields of naturally sweet berries every year once established.
Perfect for muffins, smoothies, pies, or eating fresh from the bush.
Provides autumn interest with vibrant orange and red foliage.
An RHS 'Plant for Pollinators', its flowers attract bees.

Variety Specifications

Species: Blueberry
Features: Perfect for pollinators, Autumn colour, Fully hardy, Great for kids, Self fertile, Colourful berries & fruits
Flowering Time: May, June
Harvest Time: August, September
Flower Colour: Bell-shaped white blooms with a pinkish tint appear in May and June.
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Any acidic, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: H6 - This blueberry variety is cold hardy down to temperatures of -20°C.
Habit: Forms a relatively neat and compact bushy shrub.
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1-1.3m.
Pollination: Self fertile but for greater yields, encourage cross-pollination.
Tasting Notes: Exceptional flavour - each bite is bursting with refreshing sweetness.
Uses: Muffins, pies, jams and eating fresh

Planting & Care

Planting Time: Can be planted at any time of year.
Spacing: Plant 1.2-1.8m apart to allow for spreading.
Soil: Blueberry bushes grow best in acidic soil (roughly between pH 4.5 and 5). Soil testing kits are readily available. If your soil isn't acidic enough, you can incorporate some sulphur powder.
Watering: Blueberry bushes prefer consistently moist soil, so ensure the soil doesn't dry out, especially in summer. If you can, use rainwater from a storage butt as this has a better pH.
Feeding: Every winter, apply a nitrogen-rich fertiliser. In early springtime, apply a mulch of ericaceous compost that's suitable for acid-loving plants.
Pruning: No pruning is needed for the first couple of years. Once mature, prune annually in late winter or early spring to keep it healthy and productive.
Pests & Diseases: Not particularly impacted by pests or disease, but ensure good air circulation to protect against powdery mildew. Vine weevils can be managed with a sticky barrier or by placing grit on your compost.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Premium plant in a 2L pot
Height on Arrival: 30-60cm inc. pot
Eventual Height: Grows to an approximate height of between 1 and 1.3m.
Time to First Crop: Blueberry bushes typically take at least a couple of years before they start to produce fruit in meaningful quantities.