Powder Blue Rabbiteye Blueberry

Powder Blue Rabbiteye Blueberry (Vaccinium ashei 'Powder Blue')

Powder Blue Rabbiteye Blueberry (Vaccinium ashei 'Powder Blue'), also known as Powder Blue Blueberry, is a heat-tolerant, high-yielding southern blueberry cultivar known for its firm fruit, ornamental value, and adaptability to warm climates. This rabbiteye variety is a favorite among growers for its consistent productivity and attractive silvery-blue berries.

Distinctive Features

Growing 6 to 10 feet tall and 5 to 8 feet wide, Powder Blue has an upright, spreading habit with dense green foliage that turns reddish-orange in fall. In spring, clusters of small white to pink bell-shaped flowers attract pollinators, followed by medium to large berries that ripen in mid to late summer. The berries are sweet with a firm texture and powdery blue coating, ideal for fresh eating, freezing, or baking.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained sandy or loamy soils
• Soil pH: Acidic (4.5 to 5.5)
• Water Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture is key, especially during fruiting
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 to 9

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in edible or pollinator gardens
• Fruit-producing hedge or privacy screen
• Orchard-style plantings with other rabbiteye varieties
• Backyard berry production for fresh or preserved use
• Seasonal interest in cottage or mixed-use landscapes

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune annually in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fruiting
• Apply acidic mulch such as pine bark to conserve moisture and lower pH
• Water regularly, especially during bloom and berry set
• Fertilize in early spring with a formula for acid-loving plants
• Plant with at least one other rabbiteye variety for cross-pollination

Why Choose Powder Blue Rabbiteye Blueberry

• High-yielding with firm, sweet fruit and excellent flavor
• Attractive powder-blue berries with ornamental appeal
• Heat-tolerant and well-suited to Southern gardens
• Supports pollinators and provides food for birds
• A productive and eye-catching focal point in edible landscapes

Powder Blue Rabbiteye Blueberry brings beauty, bounty, and adaptability to warm-climate gardens, making it an ideal focal point for those seeking reliable harvests and seasonal charm in southern landscapes.