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blueberry plant varieties

Exploring blueberry plant varieties is one of the most rewarding journeys for New Zealand gardeners. With a diverse climate and a growing love for home fruit production, choosing the right blueberry plant variety is essential for a successful, bountiful harvest. Whether you’re after early season berries, year-round greenery, or a hedge that’s both ornamental and productive, understanding the unique traits of available blueberry plant varieties can make all the difference.

Blueberry 'Tifblue' dark blue berries.

Blueberry 'Tifblue'

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Blueberry 'Tifblue' is a popular rabbiteye blueberry valued for its strong growth, heavy yields, and late season fruiting. This hardy variety performs well in New Zealand conditions, particularly in warmer regions, and suits home gardens and lifestyle blocks.

From $30.29

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Berryfruit
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Blueberry 'Legacy' dark blue berries amidst lush green foliage.

Blueberry 'Legacy'

Blueberry 'Legacy' is a high yielding blueberry variety valued for its excellent sweet flavour, firm berries, and extended harvest period. This vigorous plant performs very well in New Zealand conditions and is popular with home gardeners and lifestyle block owners.

From $30.29

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Berryfruit
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Blueberry 'Rahi' blue fruit on a shrub.
Blueberry 'Rahi'

Blueberry 'Rahi' is an early season blueberry developed in New Zealand and valued for its large sweet berries and strong performance in local...

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Blueberry 'Centurion' large, dark blue berries.
Blueberry 'Centurion'

Blueberry 'Centurion' is a late season blueberry variety valued for its large firm berries and excellent sweet flavour. This productive plant...

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Blueberry 'Powder Blue' blue berries with lush, green foliage.
Blueberry 'Powder Blue'

Blueberry 'Powder Blue' is a late season blueberry variety valued for its sweet flavour, firm berries, and extended harvest period. This reliable...

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Stromanthe triostar plant.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)

Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue...

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Shadecloth - 70% Shade (Shade Cloth For Plants)

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

These industry standard labels are made from plastic infused paper which makes them both tough and waterproof. They are widely used across the...

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A large Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) in a garden with lush, green leaves.
Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)

Monstera deliciosa, also known as the Swiss Cheese or Fruit Salad Plant, is a popular indoor tropical plant loved for its striking, holey leaves and...

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A strong and studry planting spade.
Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants (Acid Fertiliser)

Using fertiliser for acid loving plants is important for plants such as Camellias, Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Daphne’s, Gardenia’s, and Hydrangea’s who...

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Moss pole for plants.
Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Native Plant Fertiliser (Native Fertiliser)

Selecting the correct native plant fertiliser is essential as they often tend to be slow growing and so require a tailored nutrient plan to meet...

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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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1.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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2.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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0.51 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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3.5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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5 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost-effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

Indoor plants require feeding from the time you get them home as nurseries typically only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last 4-8 weeks after...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.
Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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A Spearmint plant with lush, green leaves.
Mint Plant

Mint Plant (Spearmint) is a popular herb grown for its fresh fragrant leaves and versatile use in cooking drinks and home remedies. Well suited to...

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Blueberry 'Blueray' blue berries on a plant.
Blueberry 'Blueray'

Blueberry 'Blueray' is a mid season blueberry variety valued for its very large berries and rich sweet flavour. This productive plant performs well...

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Dianella nigra plant with masses of blue berries.
Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)

Dianella nigra, commonly known as the New Zealand Blueberry or Tūrutu, is a NZ native that features lush foliage and glossy berries that vary in...

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Blueberry 'Suwanee' dark blue berries.
Blueberry 'Suwanee'

Blueberry 'Suwanee' is a low chill blueberry variety valued for its early fruiting, sweet flavour, and strong performance in warmer New Zealand...

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Blueberry 'Jersey' plant with blue berries.
Blueberry 'Jersey'

Blueberry 'Jersey' is a classic late season blueberry valued for its excellent flavour, reliability, and heavy cropping. This long established...

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Blueberry 'Tifblue'

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Why Choose Blueberry Plant Varieties for Your Garden?

Blueberries offer more than just delicious, antioxidant-rich fruit. The right blueberry plant varieties can thrive in a variety of NZ conditions, making them robust additions to urban and rural gardens alike. They provide visual interest throughout the seasons with delicate spring blooms, lush summer foliage, and fiery autumn colours. Many varieties are self-fertile, while others benefit significantly from cross-pollination, boosting berry size and yield when planted together.

Top Blueberry Plant Varieties in New Zealand

Picking blueberry plant varieties suited to your garden’s climate and space will ensure healthy shrubs and bumper crops. Here are a few standout cultivars popular among Kiwi gardeners:

Growing and Caring for Blueberry Plant Varieties

Success with blueberries starts with good site selection—choose a sunny, sheltered spot with acidic, free-draining soil. Incorporate plenty of peat or compost to boost organic matter, and mulch to retain moisture. Blueberry plant varieties prefer consistently moist conditions but dislike wet feet, so plan irrigation accordingly. Pruning in late winter encourages vigorous new growth and higher yields.

For optimal cross-pollination and extended harvest windows, plant multiple blueberry plant varieties together. Not only will this increase your berry crop, but you’ll also enjoy a succession of sweet fruit from early to late in the season.

Start Your Blueberry Journey

Choosing from the best blueberry plant varieties sets you up for a landscape that’s as beautiful as it is productive. Whether your focus is fresh eating, preserving, or simply adding ornamental interest, investing in quality plant stock pays dividends for years to come. Explore our collection of Blueberry 'Blast Variety', Blueberry 'Powder Blue', Blueberry 'Centurion', Blueberry 'Tifblue', and Blueberry 'Brightwell' for a rewarding gardening experience and abundant harvests.

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