Blueberry Bonus
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- flowering dateMid to late spring.
- hardiness zone4-8
- height4 - 5 feet
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- ship asDORMANT 3" POT
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
Named because of its very high yields and extra-large fruit. A chance find in SW Michigan, Bonus is a sport of the Elliott variety. A mature bush will produce 8-12 pounds per year. Extra-large berries (only approximately 100 berries per pound), are very sweet. Mature at 5-6 feet height. Recommended for zones 5-8. Harvest Mid-late season (In Southwestern Michigan beginning approximately August 1st, earlier in warmer zones)
Product Details
- botanical nameVaccinium corymbosum 'Bonus'
- flowering dateMid to late spring.
- flower colorWhite
- flower formSmall, pendulous, bell-shaped.
- foliage typeDark green, ovate
- formEdible
- growth rateModerate.
- hardiness zone4-8
- height4 - 5 feet
- planting instructionsSet plant at the same level it is growing at in the container, firm soil and water thoroughly. Mulch to protect the roots and maintain soil moisture.
- pruningRemove heavy old stems, weak stems, stems that grow laterally, and broken branches.
- restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship asDORMANT 3" POT
- soil requirementAcidic, organically rich, moisture retentive, well-drained soil.
- spacing36 - 48 inches
- spread36 - 48 inches
- sun exposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
- winter careMulch to protect from winter injury.
Shipping Schedule
When will my order ship?
Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:
2025 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
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Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, Trees and Shrubs |
3A-3B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
4A-4B | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
5A | 4/28/25 - 5/30/25 |
5B | 4/7/25 - 5/30/25 |
6A | 3/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
6B | 3/10/25 - 5/30/25 |
7A | 2/24/25 - 5/30/25 |
7B | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
8A | 2/17/25 - 5/9/25 |
8B | 2/10/25 - 5/9/25 |
9A | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
9B-10B | 2/3/25 - 5/9/25 |
Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7B: 5/26/25 Zones 8A - 10B: 5/5/25 |
Blueberry Bonus
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$22.99 - Regular price
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$24.99 - Sale price
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$22.99