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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.

Dianella nigra plant with masses of blue berries.

Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)

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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 colour from blue, white, to deep purple. They are held amidst the strap-like, glossy green leaves.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Shade
Garden uses: Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Blueberry 'Centurion' large, dark blue berries.

Blueberry 'Centurion'

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Blueberry 'Centurion' is a late season blueberry variety valued for its large firm berries and excellent sweet flavour. This productive plant performs well in New Zealand conditions and is ideal for gardeners wanting to extend their blueberry harvest into late summer.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Berryfruit
Height: 2.00 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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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Blueberry 'Pink Icing' plant with fruit growing in a pot.
Blueberry 'Pink Icing'

Blueberry 'Pink Icing' is a compact ornamental blueberry valued for its striking pink new foliage, glossy evergreen leaves, and sweet berries. This...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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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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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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5 Litre Plant Pots

5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and young trees. They provide generous root space to...

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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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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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Juncus effusus plants growing in water.
Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong...

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Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

Waterproof Paper Plant Tags provide a practical way to label plants, trays, pots, and nursery stock while resisting moisture during everyday growing...

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

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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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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

3.5 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other established plants. They provide generous root...

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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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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

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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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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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Native Plant Fertiliser

Native Plant Fertiliser is specially formulated to support healthy growth in a wide range of NZ native plants. It provides balanced nutrition to...

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Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

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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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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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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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Blueberry 'Tifblue' dark blue berries.
Blueberry 'Tifblue'

Blueberry 'Tifblue' is a popular rabbiteye blueberry valued for its strong growth, heavy yields, and late season fruiting. This hardy variety...

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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 'Blast Variety' blue berries on a plant.
Blueberry 'Blast Variety'

Blueberry 'Blast Variety' is a high performing blueberry selection valued for its strong growth, reliable yields, and excellent fruit quality. This...

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Blueberry 'Toro' cluster of blue berries on a plant.
Blueberry 'Toro'

Blueberry 'Toro' is a mid season blueberry valued for its very large berries, excellent flavour, and heavy yields. This productive variety performs...

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Blueberry 'Patriot' blue berries on a bush.
Blueberry 'Patriot'

Blueberry 'Patriot' is a popular early to mid season blueberry valued for its very large berries and excellent sweet flavour. This hardy variety...

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Dianella nigra (New Zealand Blueberry)

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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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