Peach Sorbet® Blueberry Bush

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Peach Sorbet'

Bushel and Berry®

Peach Sorbet Blueberry Thrives in Containers with Tropical-Flavored Berries and Stunning Foliage
Heat Tolerant: Thrives in Zones 5-10
Evergreen Year-Round Color and Privacy
Showy White Blooms From Early Spring to Late Spring
Perfect for Hedge or Mass Planting

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Sunlight: Give this shrub at least 6 hours of direct sunlight to maximize fruit production and ensure the foliage transitions through its signature peach and purple hues. While it tolerates partial shade, you will notice fewer berries and duller leaf colors in lower light conditions.
Soil: Plant in acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5 to keep the plant from turning yellow and struggling. If you have heavy clay or alkaline soil, mix in peat moss or pine bark to lower the pH and improve drainage.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist like a wrung out sponge during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Mature bushes are moderately drought tolerant but require deep watering during fruit development to prevent the berries from shriveling or dropping. Inconsistent watering often leads to smaller fruit and stressed leaves that lose their vibrant color prematurely.

Pruning Tips

This variety produces fruit on old wood so you should wait until late winter or early spring to tidy up the branches. Focus on removing any dead or crossing stems to open up the center for better airflow and light. Think of it like a light haircut that encourages fresh growth and keeps the compact shape looking its best.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a fertilizer formulated for acid loving plants such as azaleas or camellias in early spring just as new growth begins. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer. Doing so encourages soft new growth that will not have enough time to harden off before the first winter freeze.

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Pastel Bushel & Berry® Peach Sorbet® Blueberry Bush

Mid-Season
300 Chill Hours
Compact Form
Gorgeous Peach, Pink, Orange, Emerald Green Foliage
Healthy Fruit with Hints of Tropical Flavor
Productive Crop
Spring Flowers are White and Bell-Shaped
Eggplant Purple Fall Color
Delightful Landscape Shrub
Excellent in Containers
Self Pollinating, But You'll Get Larger Crops WIth Partner Plants
Tolerates Urban Conditions
Widely Adaptable

Now, growing blueberries isn't out of reach of apartment dwellers! These compact, bushy Blueberries can be grown in containers on your balcony.

Bushel and Berry® Peach Sorbet® (Vaccinium x ‘ZF06-043’ PP #23,325) delivers a large, mid-season crop of sweet berries with a hint of the tropics. You'll be so grateful for your excellent summer crop.

Once ripe, fruit is packed with aromatic flavors and antioxidants. Use fresh in your cereal bowl, or add to special smoothies. They'll freeze beautifully, too.

And Peach Sorbet doesn't just offer up some of the world's best superfruit. You'll love the look of the colorful foliage, too.

The spring and summer leaves are liberally splashed with pink, green, lime and...peach! Those beautiful leaves burnish to a rich, eggplant purple for fall color festivities.

Enjoy a foliage display nearly year-round in most climates. This semi-evergreen shrub is extremely ornamental; a great choice for small space gardens.

Don't forget to watch for the sweet, bell-shaped blooms in springtime. They are a pretty herald for the great-tasting berries to come.

Add petite Peach Sorbet Blueberry shrubs as a very modern landscape plant. Or, keep in large pots on your patio, balcony or deck.

Can you think of a better housewarming gift for a foodie friend? Or a more useful gift for yourself?

Place your order for Bushel & Berry® Peach Sorbet® Blueberry right away. These red-hot plants are in high demand.

People across the country are on the hunt for them. Our expert growers have taken wonderful care growing them up to size.

How to Use Bushel and Berry® Peach Sorbet® Blueberry in the Landscape

Take a look around your neighborhood, and you'll likely notice a lot more people growing edible plants. They are redoing their foundation plantings and adding container-grown edible plants throughout their space.

Why not?

Take advantage of your sunshine to grow food for your family and friends. And who knew how beautiful Blueberry bushes can be?

From the flowers, to the outstanding foliage, to bright berries and deep fall color, Peach Sorbet is a lovely Edible Ornamental. Use it throughout your landscape as a low hedge to define your planting beds.

Plant them 18 inches apart on center. You’ll measure from the center of one to the center of the next.

Use this same concept on your balcony. Grow several of these productive plants in containers and line them up side by side along the railing.

You'll feel very sophisticated with these living berry bushes decorating your space in high style. And how nice to boost your food security at the same time!

These compact Blueberry plants are quite tolerant of urban conditions. For a very modern look, use them as a street planting along your front sidewalk. Add edible Viking Black Chokeberry (Aronia) bushes behind them, and use Strawberry plants as a groundcover.

People are getting "real" about the need to augment the grocery store with home-grown fruit. Peach Sorbet makes it so easy!

Try a successive harvest by adding early and late season Blueberries that work in your area. You'll relish fresh berries all season long.

Add a long row of Peach Sorbet as a pretty hedge around your Victory Garden. It looks incredible, and the white, bell-shaped flowers entice beneficial pollinators to veggie plants and fruit trees.

Nature Hills is proud of our extensive catalog of fruiting plants. Design an Edible Landscape to safeguard your family, and to enjoy the unparalleled taste of bush-ripe blueberries.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Give Peach Sorbet Blueberries acidic, well-drained soil with a regular schedule of water. Soil pH should be between 4.5 and 5.5.

Test your soil, or plant them in containers with acid-lovers soil mix. Amend with handfuls of peat moss.

Mulch with pine bark or pine straw to add acidity over time. Test your soil regularly to ensure proper acidity levels.

Pro tip: collect neutral pH rainwater to water your Peach Sorbet. Water regularly, especially when the fruit is developing.

Give them at least four hours of direct sunlight a day. In the warmer zones, they like afternoon shade.

Fertilize with an acid-lover formula in springtime. Please follow the directions on the label.

Enjoy your new plants from Nature Hills. How fun to track your package to your doorstep, then open your sturdy box and "ooh" and "ahh" over your high-quality plant from the nation's best growers.

Order Bushel & Berry® Peach Sorbet® Blueberry today for an abundant summer crop!

Botanical Name

Vaccinium corymbosum 'ZF06-043'
Class

Magnoliopsida
Species

corymbosum
Cultivar

ZF06-043
Growing Zones

5-10
Height

1-2 ft
Width

1-2 ft
Sunlight

Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color

White
Leaf Color

Green, Red, Orange, Purple
Fall Color

Purple
Fragrant

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring
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AK, CA, FL, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the mature size and height of Peach Sorbet® Blueberry Bush?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry reaches 2-3 feet tall and wide at maturity, making it perfect for containers and small spaces. This compact Bushel & Berry® variety stays naturally bushy without requiring heavy pruning. Plant in well-draining, acidic soil for best growth.

Does Peach Sorbet® Blueberry need full sun or partial shade?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry thrives in full sun for maximum fruit production and vibrant foliage colors. Like most blueberries, it can tolerate partial shade but will produce fewer berries. For best results, provide at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily when growing in containers or landscape beds.

What soil pH level does Peach Sorbet® Blueberry require?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry thrives in acidic soil with a pH between 4.5-5.5, like all blueberry varieties. Test your soil before planting and amend with sulfur or peat moss if needed to lower pH for optimal fruit production.

How often should I water Peach Sorbet® Blueberry, and does it tolerate drought?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry needs consistent moisture but well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Water deeply 1-2 times weekly, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Container plants dry out faster and may need daily watering in summer heat.

What are the fertilization requirements for Peach Sorbet® Blueberry?

Blueberries thrive with acidic fertilizer designed for acid-loving plants, applied in early spring before new growth begins. Use a slow-release formula with sulfur to maintain the low soil pH these plants require. Feed container plants monthly during growing season with diluted acid fertilizer available at naturehills.com.

Is Peach Sorbet® Blueberry self-pollinating, or do I need multiple plants?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry is self-pollinating and will produce fruit on its own. However, you'll get significantly larger crops when planted with other blueberry varieties for cross-pollination. For maximum harvest, consider adding a second mid-season blueberry nearby.

When does Peach Sorbet® Blueberry ripen and produce fruit?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry produces a mid-season crop, typically ripening in mid to late summer. The white, bell-shaped spring flowers develop into sweet berries with tropical flavor hints. For best yields, plant with other blueberry varieties as pollinators.

Can Peach Sorbet® Blueberry be grown successfully in containers or pots?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry thrives in containers, making it perfect for balconies and patios. Its compact, bushy form is specifically bred for small spaces and urban conditions. Use large pots with acidic, well-draining soil for best results.

In cold zones like 5, does Peach Sorbet® Blueberry need winter protection or to be brought indoors if potted?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry is widely adaptable and tolerates urban conditions, making it suitable for zone 5 gardens. In containers, provide some winter protection by moving pots to a sheltered location or wrapping them with burlap. The semi-evergreen foliage adds winter interest even in cold climates.

What are the care requirements for Peach Sorbet® Blueberry in terms of pruning and pest resistance?

Peach Sorbet® Blueberry requires minimal pruning beyond removing dead or damaged wood in late winter. This compact variety is naturally well-shaped and disease-resistant. Prune lightly after harvest to maintain size if grown in containers, focusing on older canes after the third year.