Perpetua Blueberry Bush ( Vaccinium ‘Perpetua’)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Can tolerate partial sun but may reduce fruiting

Bloom Time:

• Spring bloom
• First fruit set in midsummer, second crop in fall

Size:

Height: 4 to 5 feet
Width: 3 to 4 feet

Attributes:

• Produces two crops of small, sweet, antioxidant-rich berries
• Glossy, dark green foliage turns red-green in winter
• Compact, vase-shaped growth habit
• Cold-hardy in USDA Zones 4–8
• Evergreen in mild climates
• Great for fresh eating, baking, and smoothies

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-draining, acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5)
• Water weekly; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Fertilize in early spring with an acid-loving plant fertilizer
• Prune in early spring to remove damaged or non-fruiting branches
• Space plants about 4 feet apart or use large containers with good drainage

Pest Watch:

• Generally pest-resistant
• Protect ripening fruit from birds with netting
• Monitor for aphids or fungal issues in humid conditions