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Blueberry 'Elliot' (Vaccinium corymbosum) – Late-Season Fruit & Year-Round Colour

Add vibrant colour and delicious flavour to your garden with the Blueberry 'Elliot'. This hardy deciduous shrub is renowned for its extended fruiting season, producing medium-sized, sweet berries from late summer into early autumn. Enjoy a beautiful display of delicate white flowers tinged with pink in spring, followed by lush green foliage that transforms into a brilliant crimson red in autumn.

• Botanical Info: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Elliot' is a late-fruiting highbush blueberry. Mature plants reach around 1.2–1.5m in height and spread.
• Berries: Medium-sized, firm berries packed with antioxidants—perfect for snacking, baking, or freezing.
• Flowers: White blooms with a blush of pink appear in spring, attracting pollinators to your garden.
• Foliage: Striking red leaves in autumn make this plant a standout feature even after harvest.

Growing Guide

• Planting Time: Best planted between late autumn and early spring when the soil is moist.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil (pH 4.5–5.5). Use ericaceous compost if planting in pots.
• Sun/Shade: Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade; more sun means sweeter fruit.
• Irrigation: Keep soil consistently moist—mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Feeding: Apply an ericaceous fertiliser in spring for best results.
• Pruning: Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape and encourage new growth; remove any dead or weak wood in winter.

Usage Ideas & Companion Planting

• Grow in containers on patios or balconies for easy picking.
• Add to mixed borders alongside rhododendrons, azaleas, or heathers—these acid-loving companions thrive together.
• Create a small fruit patch with other blueberries for cross-pollination and bigger yields.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The ideal time to plant is between November and March when the plant is dormant and the soil is workable.
• How quickly will my blueberry shrub produce fruit?
  You can expect your first harvest within 1–2 years after planting, with peak yields from year three onwards.
• What type of soil does Blueberry 'Elliot' need?
  This variety prefers acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5). Use ericaceous compost if your garden soil is not naturally acidic.