Northcountry Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium ‘Northcountry’) is a compact, deciduous blueberry variety known for its hardiness in colder climates. It forms a dense, rounded shrub with upright to slightly spreading branches, typically reaching a deep green foliage in spring and summer that turns reddish-bronze in fall. In early summer, it produces small, delicate white to pale pink bell-shaped flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators. These blossoms give way to medium-sized, sweet, and flavorful dark blue berries in mid to late summer. The Northcountry variety is especially prized for its winter hardiness, vigorous growth, and reliable fruiting, making it a popular choice for northern gardens and commercial cultivation.
- Size: Mature Height & Spread: 2–3 feet tall, 3–4 feet wide. Soil: Acidic (pH 4.5–5.5), well-drained, high organic matter
- Sunlight: Full sun for best fruit production; tolerates partial shade
- Watering: Consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging
- Pruning: Minimal; remove dead or weak branches annually
- Fertilization: Acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring
- Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy, USDA zones 3–7
- Harvest: Mid to late summer; berries ripen evenly and are easy to pick