'Chandler' Blueberry Bush
The superfood that's supersized
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The highlights
- Great depth of flavour, both sweet and tart
- Fruit 2cm in diameter!
- Eat fresh or use in pies, tarts and jams
- Harvest in August and September
Description
- Blueberries are so scrumptious, we only wish they were a bit bigger... What's that? Blueberries the size of cherries, you say?!
- One of the world's largest blueberry varieties in terms of fruit size, 'Chandler' is a welcome option for those gardening gourmands who want more *bulk* from their berries
- The bulbous, dusky blue fruits are produced in abundance at the end of summer, and have excellent sweetness which, combined with just a hint of tartness, give a great, balanced flavour profile overall
- This brilliant bush yields more than just the blues, though; it produces wonderful white flowers in the spring, whilst its leaves take on fiery-orange hues in the autumn
- Grow this blueberry bush in a large container on your patio, or, if your soil is acidic enough, plant it in your garden bed
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How to grow
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Good pest and disease resistance
Not overly impacted by pests or disease, though it can be affected by vine weevils, powdery mildews and root rot. Placing grit on your compost or implementing a sticky barrier around your plant can help prevent vine weevils, and if you do see any then pick them off by hand (they look like black beetles with yellow on their wing cases, whilst the grubs are white and c-shaped). To prevent powdery mildew, ensure good air circulation between plants and make sure that your garden hygiene is up to standard.
Full sun to partial shade
Plant somewhere that your blueberry bush will receive at least 6 hours of sunlight every day. Although this plant will be able to cope with some shade, it probably won't fruit as well.
Any acidic, moist, well-drained soil
Blueberries like 'Chandler' grow best in acidic soil (with a pH roughly between 4.5 and 5). Testing kits are readily available online and in garden centres (they're pretty inexpensive) to help ensure your soil is acidic enough. If it isn't, then you can work in some sulphur powder.
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From Plot to Plate
Blueberry, lemon & sumac compote
Got a glut of blueberries from your bush? Try Chef Jess's delicious compote recipe for a unique flavour.
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How to Grow Blueberries in the UK
Our fruit expert John recommends blueberries as the best fruit to grow in pots - as long as you give them acidic soil and lots of sun, you really can’t fail.
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