Reka Blueberry Bush
Vaccinium 'Reka'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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.
Reka Blueberry Bush
Plant Highlights
Reka Blueberry Bush highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 4-7
The Reka Blueberry Bush (Vaccinium 'Reka') is one of the heaviest bearing Northern Highbush and one of the hardiest! Very early ripening, you'll enjoy a prolific harvest of medium-large delicious antioxidant-rich fruits! The long clusters of sumptuous berries are tough enough to endure the stress of wind and rain, as well as the picking process. They even hold their flavor well in storage!
The Reka's fruit ripens over a longer period than most other Blueberries, so you can get up to four pickings in one season! The heavy yields are sure to impress, but the flavor will be the true surprise! Reka produces a tremendously flavorful berry with a sweet-acid balance and a firm and satisfying, crisp-textured skin!
Not to be outdone by its harvest, Reka Blueberry is also an exceptional ornamental for your landscape. White bell-shaped flowers with a delicate pink hue make a wonderful display in the spring and feed the bees. In fall, the leaves turn a burgundy red that's striking against its reddish wood and really adds to the appeal.
Planting and Application:
Vigorous and fast-growing ornamental fruit bush that makes a great hedge and should be planted with mid-season and late-season varieties of Northern Highbush to increase the harvest. Pot up smaller plants together for space-saving fruit at your fingertips.
Create groupings and rows for privacy that feeds you and your wildlife by going linear with your berry orchard! You'll want to cover your bushes if you don't want to share, or just go ahead and plant more! Plant along your home's foundation or create a screening row of blooming property division between your yard and the street that feeds everyone!
- Powdery Blue Crisp Skinned Fruit
- White Bell-Shaped Blossoms
- Extended Ripening Period
- Hardy, Prolific & Ornamental
- Good Self-Fertility - Larger Crops With Other Northern Highbush
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Reka Blueberry is adaptive to a variety of climates and soils and even tolerates light frost. With good tolerance to heat and drought but prefers a humid climate. Very few pests or diseases bother it! Prune when dormant as needed.
- Full Sun & Moist Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Pest & Disease Free
- Adaptive To A Variety Of Soils & Climates
- Tolerance To Heat, Drought & Humidity
- 800 - 1000 Chill Hours
The all-around fan-favorite Reka Blueberry Bush has been a berry orchard standard for years and you can see why! Order yours today at NatureHills.com and start harvesting healthy homegrown goodness!
Hardy, High Yield
In 1969, the USDA sent collected seed from a number of Northern Highbush crosses to New Zealand. The purpose was to improve the production of Blueberries that up to this time had not performed well in the country. The plants had to tolerate New Zealand's fluctuating climate pattern.
Over many years of observation, a group of three select seedlings arising from the Earliblue x Bluecrop crosses, stood-out as meeting the requirements. Reka Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum x 'Reka') was the most impressive.
This is a unique selection of Blueberry originally selected by Franklin H. Wood of the Maftech North, Ruakura Agricultural Research Centre Hamilton, New Zealand. In 1985, Reka was released and a patent was applied for in 1987.
Reka's moderate to large berry size and outstanding flavor were the immediate attraction. The plants overall size and production made it an instant hit with the commercial growers of New Zealand. A very heavy producer, the Reka's hardiness to the extreme cold snaps, the news of Reka's quality and adaptability spread quickly.
