Burgundy Blueberry Bush

Vaccinium angustifolium 'Burgundy'

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Self-pollinating, Edible, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Fall Color/Interest, Attracts pollinators, Thornless, and Container Friendly

Specifications

Botanical Name

Vaccinium angustifolium 'Burgundy'
Height

1-2 ft
Width

2-3 ft
Growing Zones

3-7
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- White
Leaf Color
- Green
- Red
- Orange
Fall Color

Red & Orange
Native

Yes
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring
Fragrant

Yes

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: For the deepest burgundy foliage and the sweetest berries, plant in full sun for at least six to eight hours a day. While it handles partial shade, you will notice fewer flowers and the leaves will lean more toward a dull green rather than that signature rich wine color.
Soil: These plants are acid lovers that thrive in a pH between 4.5 and 5.5. If you have heavy clay, plant them in a raised bed or a mound of acidic potting mix and peat moss to ensure their roots never sit in stagnant water.

Watering Requirements

During the first two growing seasons, provide about one inch of water per week to help the root system anchor itself. Once established, Burgundy Blueberries are quite resilient, but inconsistent moisture during fruit development will result in small, shriveled berries instead of plump ones. Think of the soil like a wrung-out sponge; it should stay consistently damp but never muddy.

Pruning Tips

This variety produces fruit on "old wood," meaning the buds for next year are set shortly after this year's harvest. Only prune in late winter or very early spring to remove the oldest, graying canes or any dead wood. By thinning out the center of the bush, you allow light and air to reach the middle, which prevents mildew and helps the inner berries ripen.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply an acidic fertilizer, such as one labeled for Azaleas or Camellias, once in early spring before new growth starts. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers in late summer or autumn. Late-season feeding forces soft, tender growth that won't have time to "harden off" before the first freeze, leaving the tips of your bush vulnerable to winter kill.

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Growing Zones 3-7

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Ripening midseason, the low-growing, Lowbush Burgundy Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium 'Burgundy') is an outstanding cultivar of the beloved Wild Blueberry! In early spring, incredibly glossy new leaves emerge a bold burgundy-red. They'll cover the well-branched plant, and mature into a very sophisticated gray-green for the summer season.

Watch for the pale gleam of small, bell-shaped flowers later in spring for the benefit of pollinators. These develop into your berries, so their appearance is a great reason to celebrate! The berries are set to the outside of the bush. This makes harvesting your annual crop of light blue berries a snap!

Burgundy is an excellent choice for that flavorful, sweet Wild Blueberry taste. Pop the small, firm berries in your mouth fresh from the bush. They'll even keep well in the fridge if you have self-restraint. There is nothing better than a Lowbush Wild Blueberry for use in pancakes and muffins. The incredible flavor shouldn't be missed.

Planting and Application:

Include these excellent plants in your landscape design. You'll want plenty of their great-tasting berries on hand. You'll appreciate these delightful small fruiting and flowering shrubs throughout your landscape or on your balcony. Pot up in planters and containers, or create a modern street planting! These diminutive plants are great edging and groundcover, growing only 12-15 inches tall!

You gain access to delicious, homegrown blueberries and enjoy a wonderful color-changing display throughout the growing season, the fall display is world-class! Imagine a fiery, red-orange edge along the length of your planting beds. Self-pollinating Blueberries produce larger harvests with partner plants. Mix multiple plants into plantings and groupings for accents, wildlife habitat and bountiful food sustainability.

Wild Blueberry Taste
Mid-Season Lowbush Blueberry
Versatile Containers & Small-Space Gardens
Use as Groundcover or Edging Plant
Showy Edible Ornamental & Fiery Fall Color

#ProPlantTips for Care:

It's easy to grow compact, dense Blueberry bushes in acidic soils with a pH between 4.5 to 5.5. Use them in patio containers if you have alkaline soil. The rugged Burgundy takes the cold and tolerates coastal conditions and road salt. Provide lots of moisture and fertility, plus a healthy layer of mulch for best results.

Full Sun & Part Sun
Acidic, Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Moist to Wet Conditions
Prune When Dormant
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Burgundy Blueberry Bush

Vaccinium angustifolium 'Burgundy'

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