Blueberry Roots - Northland
1 Root
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1,000 Days to Maturity. Vaccinium corymbosum ’Northland’. Northland Blueberry Roots. Non-GMO. A hardy northern highbush variety developed for cold climates. Northland produces heavy yields of small to medium berries with a sweet, wild-blueberry flavor. Compact, rounded bushes also provide ornamental value with fiery red fall foliage. It is best to grow at least two different varieties of blueberries near each other for pollination and fruit production.
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Growing Northland Blueberry Roots
Plant in early spring in acidic soil (pH 4.5-4.8) and full sun. Space bushes 48 inches apart in rows 68-10 feet apart. Keep soil evenly moist and mulch heavily to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Blueberries are somewhat self-sterile. This means that it is best to grow two different varieties near each other for cross-pollination and better fruit set.
Acidic soil conditions are important for blueberry plants to thrive. If needed, adjust the pH of your soil by adding elemental sulphur each year. Other successful methods include using a fertigation system to maintain the desired soil pH range. This is most commonly needed in Western regions. Areas such as the Pacific Northwest and Eastern states typically have naturally acidic soil conditions.
Northland Blueberries in the Garden
Northland is one of the hardiest highbush blueberries, thriving in colder northern climates. Its compact growth makes it suitable for smaller gardens or as a hedge planting. Blueberries have both an edible and ornamental value in the garden as the foliage turns bright red in the fall.
Harvesting Northland Blueberries
It takes several years for blueberry plants to become established and start producing fully. Wait 2-3 years to start gathering a full harvest. It can take up to 6 years for your blueberry bushes to reach peak production. Berries ripen in midsummer. Harvest when fully blue and slightly soft, usually July to early August. Pick regularly for the best quality and to encourage ripening of the remaining fruit.
About Northland Blueberry
Released by Michigan State University in 1967, Northland remains a top choice for gardeners in cold climates. Known for its resilience and wild-berry flavor, it is productive and decorative.
Stories From Our Gardeners
"Northland blueberries remind me of wild berries from the woods, sweet, flavorful, and perfect for pancakes and muffins."
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Northland Blueberry Roots Per Package:
- 1 Root Pack
Northland Blueberry Roots are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Vaccinium corymbosum ’Northland’ |
| Northland Blueberry Color: | white blooms followed by green berries ripening to blue |
| Northland Blueberry Flavor: | tart/sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Perennial in zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Days to Maturity: | 1,000 |
| Plant Spacing: | 48 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 6-10 feet |
| Plant Height: | 4-6 feet |
| Growth Habit: | Compact, rounded, bushy |
| Soil Preference: | Moist, well-drained soil with an acidic pH of 4.5-4.8. Acidic soil is required to grow healthy blueberry plants. Adjust your soil with elemental sulphur to bring it into the desired range. |
| Temperature Preference: | Exceptionally cold-hardy, tolerates winters to zone 3 |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Plant Width/Spread: | 3-5 feet |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Pests and Diseases: | Birds love fruit; netting often required; avoid poorly drained soils to prevent root rot |
| Garden Size: | Garden Plot, Raised Beds, Fields |
| Climate Tolerance: | Cold-hardy; tolerates winter freezes. |
| Harvest Time: | Mid-summer |
| Easy/Hard: | Easy |
| Direct Sow: | Yes, direct sow. |
| Start Indoors: | No |
| Landscape Use: | Background |