Search results
The objective was to develop low-saturated, high-quality, cold-hardy cultivars for commercial as well as home garden use (3). ‘Northblue’, ‘Northsky’, and ‘Northcountry’ are the first cultivars introduced from this program.
20 sty 2022 · Northcountry Blueberries are “half-high” blueberry bushes, meaning that they are a cross between a highbush variety and a lowbush variety. Because they are half-high, they bring the compact size of the lowbush and the abundance of the highbush together in one spectacular package.
30 lis 2023 · Abstract. A blueberry ( Vaccinium spp.) breeding program was initiated at the Univ. of Minnesota in 1967 using V. corymbosum L. and V. angustifolium Ait. and hybrids between the species. The...
Northcountry: Northcountry blueberries are highly adaptable to cold climates and are known for their excellent flavor and high yield. Polaris: Polaris blueberries are highly resistant to disease and cold temperatures, making them a good choice for growers in colder regions.
5 sty 2016 · Northcountry offers exceptional wild blueberry flavor. A reliably cold-hardy variety, Northcountry ripens in late June to early July. Its glossy green foliage turns scarlet in fall. Species: Vaccinium ‘Northcountry’ Introduction: 1986; Height: 18-24 inches; Spread: 24-36 inches; Zones: 3-7; Yield: 3–5 lbs / bush
Content distributed via the University Digital Conservancy may be subject to additional license and use restrictions applied by the depositor.
Features. Cold hardy variety yields 3-7lb (1.4-.3.2kg) of plump, wildly sweet fruit. The berries store well with refrigeration. Self-fertile, but production yields improve when planted with ‘Northcountry’. Introduced by the University of Minnesota. Uses. Best used in groups and shrub borders.
