Blueberry Reka
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- hardiness zone4-7
- height4 - 6 feet
- restricted statesAE AK CA GA GU HI MI OR PR VI WA
- ship as1 GALLON POT
- sun exposureFull Sun
Adaptable to a wide range of northern climates and soil types, Reka Blueberry produces early-ripening, medium-sized berries with an exceptionally rich flavor and pleasing aroma. Surprisingly high yields and beautiful burgundy red fall color on this 4 -6 ft. bush makes Reka a must-have for every blueberry lover. Developed in New Zealand, Reka is a Northern Highbush variety that grows best in temperate climates where total winter chilling is 1,000 hours of more. Its fruits are excellent for fresh eating and processing. Vigorous and fast growing, Reka Blueberry is also a good choice for local farm markets and u-pick markets. Zones 4-7.
Product Details
- botanical nameVaccinium corymbosum 'Reka'
- flower formUrn or bell-shaped flowers. No fragrance.
- foliage typeDark to medium green leaves, ovate to 3 inches long. A dramatic leaf display of burgundy-red Fall color.
- formNorthern Highbush
- growth rateModerate growth rate.
- hardiness zone4-7
- height4 - 6 feet
- pruningPrune out leggy small twigs for bigger, better berries. Blueberries should be pruned during the Winter while the bushes are dormant. In Winter, flower buds are easily visible on one-year-old wood and their numbers can be adjusted by pruning to regulate t
- restricted statesAE AK CA GA GU HI MI OR PR VI WA
- shipping seasonSpring
- ship as1 GALLON POT
- soil requirementAdaptive to a variety of soils and climates.
- spacing4 - 6 feet
- spread4 - 6 feet
- sun exposureFull Sun
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:
| 2024 Spring Shipping Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Zone | Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, and Shrubs |
| 3A-3B | 4/29/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 4A-4B | 4/29/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 5A | 4/18/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 5B | 3/25/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 6A | 3/11/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 6B | 2/26/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 7A | 2/22/24 - 6/7/24 |
| 7B | 2/19/24 - 5/31/24 |
| 8A | 2/15/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 8B | 2/12/24 - 5/10/24 |
| 9A-10B | 2/5/24 - 5/10/24 |
| Last Order Date | Zones 3A - 7A: 6/3/24 Zones 7B - 10B: 5/6/24 |
