Sunshine Blue Blueberry Bush
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue'
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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 |
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| #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.
Sunshine Blue Blueberry Bush
Plant Highlights
Sunshine Blue 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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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 5-10
Imagine picking your healthy breakfast from your very own Blueberries early in the season! Sunshine Blue Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sunshine Blue') is a Southern Highbush selection that produces firm and tangy dime-sized berries. Sunshine Blue is an ornamental deciduous shrub that produces an abundance of delicious berries. A profuse bloomer, you'll love seeing beautiful bell-shaped white and hot pink flowers in spring.
Sunshine Blue is a mid to late-season variety, and the summer fruit is fantastic. You'll love the traditional richly sweet Blueberry flavor. Semi-evergreen in milder climates, the dark blue-green foliage turns to a brilliant red in the fall and remains red throughout the winter. In colder climates, the cold-hardy Sunshine Blue loses its foliage.
Typically, Southern Highbush requires another Blueberry selection to maximize its production. But even though Sunshine Blue will produce a larger crop with a pollinator, the amount of fruit produced without one will be plentiful. People report harvesting 5 to 10 pounds per bush!
Planting and Application:
A natural dwarf, Sunshine Blue's compact rounded habit makes it an ideal plant for landscape and patio container use. In a container, simply use acidic potting soil that is labeled for Azaleas, Camelias and Rhododendrons. You'll be impressed with how fast this small plant produces! Sunshine Blue is one of the most dependably self-fruitful varieties of the Southern Highbush selections so you won't need an entire orchard.
This edible plant also has wonderful ornamental value and should be considered for use even if you won't use the fruit. (Don't worry, hungry songbirds will eat any that you don't get to!) Complement its blue tones with plants bearing bronze or reddish leaves.
- Productive After Only 150 Chills Hours
- Dwarf Size is Great for Containers
- Delicious Mid to Late Season Berries
- Tolerates High pH Better Than Most Blueberries
- Southern Highbush, Mid to Late Season
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Easy to grow, Sunshine Blue tolerates full sun and partial shade and has minimal care needs. It only requires a pH of 6.5 or below to thrive, unlike other blueberry varieties. Before new growth begins, prune off twiggy growth, leaving only the main stems to prevent overbearing.
- Full Sun & Part Shade
- Moist, Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Provide a Mulched Bed
- Self-Fertile Dwarf Selection
- Prune Late Winter/Early Spring
What a delight! compact habit, beautiful flowers and fall color, plus the added benefit of healthy, tasty Blueberries. We predict you'll want several of these useful Blueberry varieties, delivered to your doorstep from NatureHills.com! Order yours today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Sunshine Blueberries good?
Sunshine Blue Blueberries are tangy dime-sized berries that form on a small, compact dwarf shrub. Making them a very good, low-chill, fruiting bush for small locations and container gardening!
How do you take care of Sunshine Blue Blueberries?
Blueberry bushes do best in full sun and slightly acidic well-drained soil that’s moderately moist. Prune in late winter to early spring.
What type of Blueberry is Sunshine Blue?
The Sunshine Blue Blueberry is a dwarf southern highbush blueberry.
Are Sunshine Blue Blueberries sweet?
Sunshine Blue Blueberries are firm and tangy!
What Shipping Options Do You Offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won’ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Sunshine Blue Blueberry Bush for sale here at NatureHills.com!
