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🫐 Sharpblue Blueberry Bush – A Compact Powerhouse for Southern Gardens 🌿
Looking for a Florida-friendly blueberry that doesn’t demand cold winters? The Sharpblue Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum hybrid 'Sharpblue') is a proven Southern superstar—compact, flavorful, and incredibly low-maintenance. This early-to-mid season producer delivers six full weeks of rich, sweet berries, making it a must-have for edible landscapes, patios, and home gardens across Zones 7–10!
Ships in a 4" container
🌿 Quick Facts Table
| Botanical Name | Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sharpblue' |
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| Plant Type | Deciduous Shrub (Southern Highbush Blueberry) |
| Sale Size | 4" Container |
| Mature Height | 4–6 ft. unpruned (can be maintained at 3–4 ft.) |
| Mature Width | 3–4 ft. |
| USDA Zones | 7–10 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun (6–8 hrs minimum) |
| Cold Hardiness | Hardy to 20°F; Low chill—only ~150 hours required |
| Growth Habit | Compact, bushy, semi-evergreen in warm zones |
| Spacing Requirements | 4–6 ft apart for optimal air flow & harvest |
🍈 Fruit Details
- Flavor Profile: Mildly sweet with floral notes; berries are rich, juicy, and refreshing when fully ripe.
- Berry Size & Color: Medium-sized berries with a deep blue skin and firm texture.
- Harvest Window: Early to mid-summer (as early as May in Florida); yields over a 6+ week span.
- Ripening Pattern: Begins ripening mid-season with half the crop maturing in the first few weeks.
- Fruit Set: Self-pollinating but benefits from cross-pollination for heavier yields. Consider pairing with another early southern highbush like 'Biloxi' or 'Emerald' for increased productivity.
🌱 Why Grow Sharpblue?
- Perfect for Southern Climates: Specifically developed for low-chill regions like Florida, Texas, and Southern California.
- Compact & Adaptable: A true dwarf in the blueberry world, ideal for tight spaces, borders, and container gardening.
- Heat, Humidity, and Drought-Tolerant: Handles extreme southern summers like a champ.
- Kid-Friendly & No-Spray: Fresh, clean berries straight from your garden—safe for the whole family!
- Excellent Disease Resistance: Sharpblue resists common blueberry fungal issues like stem blight and root rot when grown in well-draining soil.
- Long Fruiting Season: Enjoy an extended harvest window compared to other highbush types.
🛠 Best Practices for Planting & Care
Where to Plant:
- Choose a spot with full sun and well-draining, acidic soil (ideal pH: 4.5–5.5).
- Avoid soggy or compacted soils—raised beds or containers are great alternatives.
Planting Method:
- Use the GreenDreams “High & Tight” method (watch on YouTube) for optimal root establishment.
- Space plants 4–6 ft apart, or 2–3 ft for hedging.
Watering Schedule:
- Water daily for the first 1–2 weeks after transplanting.
- Then switch to deep watering 1–2x weekly depending on rainfall.
Mulching Tips:
- Apply 2–3 inches of pine bark, pine needles, or hardwood mulch to conserve moisture and maintain soil acidity.
- Keep mulch a few inches away from the main stem.
Winter Notes for Florida Growers:
- Sharpblue may hold some leaves in warm winters but can go semi-dormant. Protect from unexpected frosts in Zone 8 or colder with frost cloth or by container relocation.
🪴 Growing in Containers or Indoors
- Container Size: Start with a 7–15 gallon pot with drainage holes.
- Soil Mix: Use a lightweight mix of peat moss, pine bark, perlite, and composted pine for acid-loving plants.
- Indoor Considerations: Can be brought indoors in cooler climates during frost spells, but needs full sun or a grow light setup to thrive.
⚠️ Things to Know
- Not Frost-Hardy in Cold Zones: Not suitable for climates colder than Zone 7 without heavy protection or overwintering indoors.
- Poor Wet Soil Tolerance: Must be planted in well-draining soil—root rot is a risk in soggy sites.
- Deer Magnet: If you have deer pressure, fencing or netting may be necessary during fruiting season.
🌟 Is This Plant Right for You?
✅ Ideal for:
- Southern gardeners in Zones 7–10
- Edible landscape lovers looking for compact fruiting shrubs
- Container growers & small-space urban gardeners
- Families seeking low-maintenance fruit for kids
- Permaculture enthusiasts in warm, humid regions
❌ Not Ideal for:
- Cold climate growers (Zones 6 and below) without greenhouse space
- Poorly drained or clay-heavy soils
- Locations with heavy deer browsing unless protected
📈 Bring the Berry Patch Home
Turn your backyard into a delicious, productive haven with Sharpblue Blueberry! Whether you're growing in the ground or on the patio, this easy-care, flavorful cultivar delivers sweet rewards season after season.
👉 Ready to grow your own antioxidant-rich blueberry crop? Add Sharpblue to your edible garden today! 🫐🌞
🏡 Available in larger sizes for Local Pickup at GreenDreams!
📍 18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
