Blueberry 'Elizabeth'
An old-fashioned blueberry prized for its flavor. Named after Elizabeth White, an expert in blueberries who was an integral part of breeding and marketing our modern types over a 100 years ago. Dense clusters of large, nickel-sized berries have a wild blueberry taste, a balance of sweet and tart, with an aromatic scent. Produces over 10 pounds on mature plants. Mid to late season. Grows to 5-6’. High bush cultivar. Zone 4-8.
1 plant- $19.95
2 or more plants -$17.95 each
PLANTING
Plant Elizabeth Blueberry in loamy, well-drained soil, (pH should be 4.5-5.5) 4’-6’ apart. Blueberries are shallow-rooted, mulch heavily with a deep layer of acidic material, such as pine needles to keep weeds down. Remove all blossoms in the first year to allow roots to establish themselves.