Oatmeal Farm Network | Blueberry Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)
Aurora	A late-season Northern Highbush variety producing large, firm, and tart berries. Popular for commercial production.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Biloxi	A Southern Highbush variety known for its heat tolerance and high yield. It produces medium to large berries with a sweet flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Bluecrop	A Northern Highbush variety that is one of the most widely grown blueberries, producing large, firm, and sweet-tart berries.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Bluecrop	A highbush blueberry known for its high yield, excellent flavor, and long harvest season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Bluecrop	A highbush blueberry known for its high yield, excellent flavor, and long harvest season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Bluegold	A mid-season Northern Highbush variety producing medium-sized, sweet berries. Known for its high yield and disease resistance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Bluejay	A Northern Highbush variety known for its early ripening and medium-sized, sweet berries. Popular in home gardens and for fresh eating.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Blueray	A mid-season Northern Highbush variety producing large, sweet berries with a tart undertone. Popular in home gardens.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Brightwell	A Rabbiteye variety producing medium to large, sweet-tart berries. It is known for its high yield and disease resistance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Brigitta	A late-season Northern Highbush variety producing large, sweet berries with a long shelf life.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Briteblue	A Rabbiteye variety that produces medium to large, sweet berries with a mild flavor. Known for its high yield and extended season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Chandler	A mid-season Northern Highbush variety known for producing some of the largest blueberries, with a sweet-tart flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Climax	An early-ripening Rabbiteye variety producing medium-sized, sweet berries with a long harvest season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Darrow	A Northern Highbush variety producing large, firm berries with a slightly tart flavor. Known for its high yield and cold hardiness.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Duke	An early-season blueberry variety with firm, large berries and a mild, sweet flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Duke	An early-season blueberry variety with firm, large berries and a mild, sweet flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Duke	A Northern Highbush variety known for its early ripening and large, firm berries with a mild flavor. Popular for commercial production.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Elliott	A late-season Northern Highbush variety that produces medium-sized, firm, and tart berries. Excellent for freezing and baking.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Emerald	A Southern Highbush variety producing large, firm, and sweet berries. Known for its high yield and heat tolerance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Garden Blue	A compact Rabbiteye variety producing small to medium-sized berries with a sweet flavor. Ideal for small gardens.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Herbert	A Northern Highbush variety producing large, soft berries with a rich, sweet flavor. Ideal for fresh eating and preserves.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Highbush	A common type of blueberry cultivated in cooler climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Highbush Blueberry	Deciduous shrub that produces sweet, edible berries.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Jersey	A late-season Northern Highbush variety producing medium-sized, sweet berries. Popular for its productivity and cold hardiness.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Jewel	A Southern Highbush variety known for its large, firm berries and high yield. It is often grown in warmer climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Legacy	A hybrid Northern Highbush variety known for its large, sweet berries and extended harvest season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Little Giant	A dwarf variety that produces small, sweet berries. Popular for container gardening and ornamental use.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Misty	An early-ripening Southern Highbush variety producing medium to large berries with a sweet flavor. Known for its high yield in warm climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Nelson	A late-season Northern Highbush variety producing large, firm berries with a sweet-tart flavor. Popular in home gardens.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Northland	A cold-hardy Northern Highbush variety producing medium-sized, sweet berries. Known for its ability to thrive in extreme climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
ONeal	An early-ripening Southern Highbush variety known for its sweet, large berries and excellent flavor. Popular in warmer regions.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Patriot	A cold-hardy Northern Highbush variety with large, flavorful berries. Known for its adaptability to various soil conditions.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Patty	A high-yielding variety that produces large, firm, and sweet berries. Popular in commercial production.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Pink Champagne	A unique variety producing pale pink berries with a sweet, tangy flavor. Ideal for fresh eating and ornamental value.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Pink Lemonade	A hybrid blueberry variety known for its unique pink-colored berries, which have a sweet, mild flavor. Popular for its ornamental value.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Polaris	A cold-hardy Northern Highbush variety producing small to medium-sized, sweet berries. Known for its early ripening and strong flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Powderblue	A Rabbiteye variety known for its small to medium-sized, sweet berries with a powdery appearance. Popular in the southeastern U.S.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Premier	A Rabbiteye variety known for its early ripening and large, sweet berries. Popular for its high yield and disease resistance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Puru	A mid-season Northern Highbush variety known for its medium to large berries with a sweet-tart flavor.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Rabbit-eye	A type of blueberry known for its vigor and adaptability to warmer climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Reka	A Northern Highbush variety producing medium to large, sweet-tart berries. Known for its high yield and cold tolerance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Rubel	An heirloom Northern Highbush variety with small, highly flavorful berries, often used for making preserves and baked goods.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Sharpblue	A Southern Highbush variety producing medium-sized, sweet berries with a mild flavor. Popular for its extended harvest season.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Southern Highbush Blueberry	Deciduous shrub that produces sweet, edible berries, adapted to warmer climates.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Spartan	An early-ripening Northern Highbush variety producing large, firm, and sweet berries. Known for its disease resistance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Star	A Southern Highbush variety that produces large, firm, and sweet berries. Known for its early ripening and disease resistance.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Sunset Blue	A compact variety known for its medium-sized, sweet berries and attractive orange-red fall foliage. Popular for home gardens.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Sunshine Blue	A Southern Highbush variety that produces medium-sized, sweet berries. It is known for its ornamental pink flowers and compact growth.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Tifblue	A Rabbiteye variety known for its large, sweet, and firm berries. It is one of the most popular varieties in the southeastern U.S.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Tophat	A dwarf variety known for producing small, sweet berries. Ideal for container gardening and ornamental use.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2
Woodard	An early-ripening Rabbiteye variety producing large, sweet berries. Known for its cold hardiness and high productivity.	Loamy Soil	6.6 - 7.3	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	6B	Moderate	1 - 2