.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Chanticleer' Highbush Blueberry Blueberry, Vaccinium corymbosum 'Chanticleer' Description A vigorous deciduous shrub featuring glossy green foliage and abundant white blossoms in spring, followed by large, flavorful blue berries in summer. It is well-suited for edible landscaping and provides attractive seasonal interest. Suggested Uses Ideal for edible gardens, border planting, or as a hedge. Its berries attract birds, and it can be incorporated into mixed landscaping for a natural, productive environment. Plant Details Botanical Name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Chanticleer' Common Name: Chanticleer' Highbush Blueberry Size & Growth: Typically 4-6 ft tall and wide; shrub with upright, spreading habit Hardiness Zones: 4-7 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: None Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Azaleas, Rhododendrons, other acid-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall in well-drained, acidic soil. Space plants about 4-5 feet apart. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruiting periods. Soil Type: Acidic, well-drained loam or sandy soil Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Prune after harvest to promote healthy growth and fruit production Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones; protect from extreme freeze-thaw cycles Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery Fertilization: Apply acid-loving plant fertilizer in early spring and after harvest Special Care: Prevent root stress by watering during droughts and mulching around base