Blueberry 'Brightwell'

Blueberry 'Brightwell' is a popular rabbiteye blueberry valued for its strong growth, heavy yields, and reliable late season fruiting. This hardy variety performs well in New Zealand conditions, particularly in warmer regions, and suits home gardens and lifestyle blocks. Producing medium sized sweet blue berries it is ideal for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. Vigorous and dependable, Blueberry 'Brightwell' is an excellent choice for extending the blueberry harvest.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Berryfruit
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	1.20 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Some
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as
Sku	19022

How to grow Blueberry 'Brightwell' in NZ

Blueberry 'Brightwell' grows best in full sun with acidic free draining soil rich in organic matter. It is especially well suited to warmer and coastal areas of New Zealand. Use a specialist blueberry mix when planting in garden beds or containers. Choose a sheltered position and water regularly during establishment. Mulch with pine bark to retain moisture and maintain soil acidity.

Blueberry 'Brightwell' care tips

Caring for Blueberry 'Brightwell' involves regular watering during flowering and fruit development. Feed with an acidic fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth and fruiting. Light pruning after harvest helps maintain shape and encourages new growth. Mulch annually to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Net plants if required to protect ripening fruit from birds.

Blueberry 'Brightwell' size, spacing, and growth rate

Blueberry 'Brightwell' typically grows to around 2 to 3 metres tall and wide forming a strong upright shrub. It has a moderate to fast growth rate once established. Space plants approximately 2 metres apart to allow airflow and healthy development. Its larger size suits garden beds and orchard style planting.

Landscaping uses for Blueberry 'Brightwell'

Blueberry 'Brightwell' is ideal for edible gardens, shelter plantings, and lifestyle blocks. Its vigorous growth and late season fruiting provide both productivity and structure in the landscape. This variety works best planted with another rabbiteye blueberry for improved pollination. It is a great option for gardeners wanting reliable late season crops.

Why buy Blueberry 'Brightwell' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Blueberry 'Brightwell' from The Plant Company you are buying from New Zealands most trusted plant nursery. Our blueberry plants are grown for local conditions and selected for strong growth and reliable fruiting. We offer fast nationwide delivery, expert growing advice, and dependable customer service. Buy with confidence knowing you are receiving premium fruit plants backed by trusted NZ expertise.

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