BLUEBERRY ELLIOT / ELLIOT BLUEBERRY

BLUEBERRY ‘ELLIOT’ / ELLIOT BLUEBERRY

Late-Season, Sweet Berries with High Yield and Exceptional Flavor
Blueberry ‘Elliot’ is a late-season variety that produces an abundance of small to medium-sized, sweet, and flavorful berries. Known for its extended harvest period, ‘Elliot’ continues to produce berries well into the fall, making it a perfect companion to early and mid-season blueberries. This variety thrives in cooler climates and is prized for its excellent storage potential, making it a popular choice for both home gardeners and commercial growers. ‘Elliot’ is also resistant to many common blueberry diseases and requires minimal maintenance.

Why Choose Blueberry ‘Elliot’?

Comparison: Compared to other late-season blueberries, ‘Elliot’ is known for its consistent fruiting and sweetness, even later in the season. Its ability to extend the harvest season makes it a valuable addition to any blueberry collection.

Companions: Planting ‘Elliot’ with earlier varieties like ‘Bluecrop’ or ‘Patriot’ will increase cross-pollination and maximize yield. It pairs well in both garden beds and containers with other acid-loving plants like azaleas or rhododendrons.

Key Features:

Late-Season Harvest: ‘Elliot’ produces fruit late in the season, extending your blueberry harvest well into the fall when other varieties have finished fruiting.

Sweet, Flavorful Berries: Produces small to medium-sized, flavorful berries with a rich, sweet taste, perfect for fresh consumption, baking, or preserving.

High Yielding: This variety is known for its consistent, high yields, making it a reliable choice for home gardeners and commercial growers.

Disease-Resistant: ‘Elliot’ is resistant to common blueberry diseases such as rust and mildew, ensuring a healthy crop with minimal care.

Cold-Hardy & Adaptable: Thrives in colder climates (zones 4–7), and adapts well to various soil types as long as they are acidic and well-drained.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Late summer to early fall.
Plant Size: 90–120 cm tall (compact).
Hardiness: Zone 4–7.

Blueberry ‘Elliot’ is an excellent late-season variety that produces high-quality, sweet berries well into the fall. With its high yield, disease resistance, and cold-hardiness, it’s an ideal choice for extending the blueberry harvest season in both small and large gardens.