Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush

Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'

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Rare Pink Fruit Variety - Unique Blueberry with Stunning Rose-Colored Berries for Ornamental and Culinary Appeal
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 4-9
Grows 4-5 ft Tall and Wide
Showy Pink Blooms From Early Spring to Late Spring
Top Pick for Small groups in Edible Gardens

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Where to Plant

Sunlight: For the best pink berry color and high sugar content, plant in full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours daily. While it can handle light afternoon shade, less sun typically results in fewer flowers and a leggy growth habit.
Soil: These bushes require highly acidic soil with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5 to thrive. If you have heavy clay, plant in a raised bed or incorporate peat moss and elemental sulfur to lower the pH and improve drainage.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist like a wrung-out sponge during the first two growing seasons to help the root system settle. Once established, the Pink Lemonade Blueberry is moderately drought-tolerant, but inconsistent watering during fruit set will cause the berries to shrivel or drop early. Aim for one inch of water per week, delivered at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry.

Pruning Tips

This variety produces fruit on one-year-old wood, so it is best to prune in late winter while the plant is still dormant. Remove about a quarter of the oldest, grey-colored canes each year to encourage vigorous new stems that will bear the most fruit. Think of this like a "youth treatment" that prevents the center of the bush from becoming a tangled mess of unproductive wood.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply an acidic fertilizer, such as one labeled for Azaleas or Camellias, in early spring just as the leaf buds begin to swell. Avoid using high-nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this forces tender new growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. A layer of pine bark mulch around the base will also help maintain acidity and moisture levels naturally.

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Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Self-pollinating, Edible, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Fall Color/Interest, Attracts pollinators, Thornless, Container Friendly
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	4-5 ft
Width	4-5 ft
Watering Needs	High
Growth Rate	Fast
Growth Habit	Upright
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	Pink
Foliage Color	Green, Red, Other
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Botanical Name	Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'
Species	hybrid
Cultivar	Pink Lemonade
Class	Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To	AK, CA, FL, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR, WA

Pink Blueberries? Yes! The Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush (Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade') is a delightful ornamental edible Blueberry with bright pink fruit! Featuring all the qualities and hardiness of a typical Rabbiteye Blueberry bush, but with a long-lasting harvest of summer and fall specialty fruit!

Petite, bell-shaped flowers will be your first surprise when the delicate, pink-hued blooms appear in spring. Their light fragrance will call to pollinators, enhancing your experience with the butterflies and bees that come in for a visit. Blueberry bushes are special in that they not only produce delicious fruit but are also beneficial as an ornamental shrub and a deciduous, fruit-bearing bush!

Pink Lemonade will fill out nicely for summer into a vase-like shape. Its silver-blue and serrated, lanceolate leaves blanket the arching limbs, creating a lovely silhouette for your landscape. As summer progresses, tiny green berries will appear, slowly transitioning to white, then light pink, and finally the dark pink that indicates they're ready for a taste!

Planting and Application:

Your Pink Lemonade Blueberry will amaze you with its versatility. Several of these would look outstanding at the back of your perennial bed, along a foundation or even plant just one in your garden for a summer treat. Save space and pot one up in a large planter!

When autumn is upon you, you'll revel in the orange-red coloring of the leaves that is the final ornamental step before the leaves drop to reveal the yellow-red twig color underneath. So go ahead and use these as 4 season foundation plantings, hedgerows for privacy and wildlife shelter, (those nosy neighbors won't mind) or as a dual-purpose specimen planting screening off your front yard from the street.

Exceptional Pinkish Fruit
Ornamental Year-Round Interest
Wildlife & Pollinator Interest
Darling White Bell-Shaped Blossoms
Compact Privacy, Specimen & Hedges

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Pink Lemonade Blueberry bushes are compact growers with lower cold requirements than most blueberries, and it's relatively easy-care and pest-free! Preferring full sun and acidic soil and although self-fertile, will perform best with other blueberries planted nearby.

Full Sun
Moderate Moisture & Well-Drained Acidic Soil
Mulch the Root Zone Well
Prune When Dormant
200 Chill Hours

You can't go wrong with Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bushes at NatureHills.com! The cancer-fighting antioxidant properties of the fruit is reason alone to have one, but the ornamental qualities and special features of this unique shrub make it a must-have!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What planting zones is the Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush hardy in?

Pink Lemonade Blueberry is hardy in USDA zones 7-10, being a Rabbiteye variety that tolerates heat well. This makes it ideal for southern gardens where traditional northern blueberries struggle. Plant in acidic, well-draining soil for best results.

What type of soil does the Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush prefer and what pH level?

Pink Lemonade Blueberry prefers well-draining, acidic soil with a pH between 4.5-5.5. This rabbiteye variety thrives in organic-rich, slightly sandy soil that stays consistently moist but never waterlogged. Test your soil pH before planting and amend with sulfur if needed.

How fast does the Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush grow each year?

Pink Lemonade Blueberry bushes are moderate growers, typically adding 6-12 inches per year once established. These compact Rabbiteye varieties reach 4-6 feet at maturity over several seasons. Expect fruit production to begin in the second or third year after planting.

Is the Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush deer resistant?

Pink Lemonade Blueberry bushes are not considered deer resistant, as deer will browse the foliage and fruit. Like most blueberry varieties, these plants may need protection in areas with heavy deer pressure. Consider fencing or deer repellent sprays to protect your harvest.

Does this variety need winter protection in colder climates?

Pink Lemonade is a hardy rabbiteye blueberry that tolerates cold well in its recommended zones. In borderline zones or areas with harsh winds, mulch around the base and consider burlap wrapping for young plants. Shop varieties suited to your zone at naturehills.com.