Blueberry Sunshine Blue

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
Price range: Contact Us
Rating: 4.8/5

Blueberry Sunshine Blue is an early-season rabbiteye variety prized for its sweet, juicy berries and reliable crop yields. Ideal for New Zealand gardens and commercial growers, it produces abundant fruit from early summer, extending your fresh blueberry season. Its compact growth and attractive foliage also make it a great choice for edible landscapes.

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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	19023

Fruit Quality and Harvest Time

Sunshine Blue blueberries are medium-sized with a firm texture and a sweet flavour. The harvest period is early to mid-summer, typically from November to December in New Zealand, offering fresh berries early in the season. Perfect for eating fresh, baking, and freezing.

Growing Conditions and Plant Size

This rabbiteye blueberry grows into a compact bush about 1 to 1.5 metres tall and wide. It thrives in well-drained, acidic soils (pH 4.5-5.5) and prefers full sun for best fruit production. Sunshine Blue is adaptable to New Zealand’s climate and suitable for smaller garden spaces.

Pollination and Care

For best fruit set, cross-pollinate Sunshine Blue with other rabbiteye varieties like Tifblue or Brightwell. Regular watering, mulching, and pruning in late winter promote healthy growth and improve yields. Use acid-loving fertiliser in early spring to support plant development.

Why Buy Blueberry Sunshine Blue from The Plant Company?

We supply high-quality, New Zealand-grown Sunshine Blue plants with fast, reliable nationwide shipping. Our plants are carefully grown and inspected to ensure vigorous bushes ready to produce delicious blueberries. Order online today and enjoy homegrown fruit early in the season!

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