Brightwell blueberries ripening on the bush

This cultivar soars head and shoulders above many other blueberry bushes. Maxing out at 8 to 10 feet tall, it spreads almost as wide. The Brightwell is a rabbiteye blueberry—its berries change from pink to blue as they mature. You might be happy with the harvest of just one of these plants; although you’ll get a higher yield with a pollination buddy like Tifblue or Climax.

Sun Exposure

• Full sun to partial shade(six to eight hours)

Soil pH

• 4.5 to 5.2

Hardiness Zones

• 6 to 9

Spacing

• 8′ to 10′ apart
• 5′ to 6′ apart for hedges

Moisture

• Water deeply 1-2 inch per week during the growing season
• Keep the soil moist but not saturated

Notes

• Mid-Season
• Hardy; tolerates late freezes
• Tolerates partial sun; prefers full sun
• Pink flowers in spring; red and orange foliage in fall

Have you grown Brightwell blueberries? If so, please tell us your top tips for ensuring a delicious harvest.