'Draper' Blueberry Bush
The ideal firmness for freezing
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'Draper' Blueberry Bush
- An excellent mid-season cultivar, 'Draper' produces excellent blueberries in the heart of summer and wonderfully charming, bell-shaped blooms during spring
- If you've got a glut of blueberries, then you'll most likely want to freeze some of the surplus; 'Draper' blueberries have great firmness, which is exactly what you're looking for when it comes to fruit that freezes well
- One of the Royal Horticultural Society's Plants for Pollinators, this blueberry plant will help attract more bees to your outdoor space
- You might be thinking of getting a blueberry bush for the fruit, but they provide excellent ornamental value, too! In the autumn months, the previously green foliage takes on blazing red hues, adding great drama and visual interest
- 'Draper' blueberries are large and incredibly moreish; eat them fresh, dry them as a tasty snack or work them through your next batch of muffin batter
- Blueberries are chock full of antioxidants which help stave off chronic illnesses; because of this, they're often referred to as a superfood - tasty *and* healthy? Say no more!
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Draper' Blueberry grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The 'Draper' Blueberry Bush typically reaches a mature height of 1.5 to 1.8 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Draper' Blueberry Bush requires full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day, for the best fruit production.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Draper' Blueberry Bush prefers acidic, well-draining soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5, and benefits from a 5 cm layer of mulch.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Draper' Blueberry Bush requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Draper' Blueberry Bush benefits from pruning in late winter to remove dead wood and encourage new, productive shoots.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Draper' blueberry is fully hardy (RHS H6), surviving severe temperatures down to -20°C. It is perfectly suited to the British climate and will reliably overwinter outdoors in all regions of the UK.
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