BLUEBERRY SWEETHEART / SWEETHEART BLUEBERRY

BLUEBERRY ‘SWEETHEART’ / SWEETHEART BLUEBERRY

Late-Season Variety with Sweet, Large Berries
Blueberry ‘Sweetheart’ is a late-season variety that produces large, sweet berries, perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. Known for its excellent flavor and high yields, ‘Sweetheart’ extends the blueberry harvest season into late summer and fall, making it a standout in the garden. With a compact, upright growth habit and vibrant fall foliage, it’s an ornamental beauty that provides color and texture throughout the season.

Why Choose Blueberry ‘Sweetheart’?

Comparison: ‘Sweetheart’ is a top choice for gardeners looking to extend their blueberry harvest. Its large, sweet berries ripen late in the season, filling the gap when other varieties have finished. This variety is also known for its resilience and adaptability to various growing conditions.

Companions: ‘Sweetheart’ is self-pollinating, but planting it alongside varieties like ‘Legacy’ or ‘Bluecrop’ will improve pollination and yield. It pairs well with other acid-loving plants, such as azaleas or rhododendrons.

Key Features:

Late-Season Harvest: Extends the blueberry harvest season with berries ripening in late summer to early fall.

Large, Sweet Berries: Produces large, firm blueberries with an exceptional sweet flavor, perfect for fresh consumption or in recipes like pies and jams.

Compact Growth Habit: Reaches about 90 cm in height, making it suitable for smaller garden spaces, containers, or mixed borders.

Vibrant Fall Foliage: ‘Sweetheart’ offers beautiful red and orange foliage in the fall, adding ornamental value to the garden.

Disease-Resistant: Known for its disease resistance and low maintenance, making it an easy-to-grow variety.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Late summer to early fall.
Plant Size: 90 cm tall (compact).
Hardiness: Zone 5–8.

Blueberry ‘Sweetheart’ is a fantastic choice for extending the blueberry season with its sweet, large berries and attractive fall foliage. Its compact growth and high yields make it a great addition to any garden or container.