Top Hat Blueberry Bush
Vaccinium 'Top Hat'
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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.
Plant Highlights
Top Hat Blueberry Bush highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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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 RateFast, Medium
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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
A perfect container plant, the Top Hat Blueberry bush (Vaccinium 'Top Hat') brings flavor and ornamental quality to your landscape. It will grow fast to fill out the pot for a gorgeous look! It can also be grown in-ground as well where it becomes the perfect garden border plant.
Top Hat is a self-pollinating dwarf hybrid Blueberry. It explodes with bell-shaped, plentiful white blossoms in spring that will be buzzing with pollinators. You'll definitely appreciate it as a prolific producer of dainty, sweet-flavored fruit that ripens in mid-season.
The berries are wonderful fresh off the bush or used in baked desserts. The medium to large-sized berries have a long hang time, so you can pick them at your convenience! From spring bloom to harvest, this plant is always performing. You'll love the wonderful display of fiery red bronze fall color. Top Hat's smaller size and perfect shape is even evident in the winter when it has lost all of its leaves.
Planting and Application:
It was actually selected at Michigan State University for its perfect shape. This special cross was done by the world-famous hybridizer, Dr. Stanley Johnston who you may know also created the fabulous Red Haven Peach. Top Hat was most likely crossed in the 1960s, though the full value would not be appreciated until the 1980s. This small, versatile Blueberry shrub looks great in containers. Bonsai enthusiasts love this plant. Top Hat will even produce flowers and fruit in a bonsai dish!
The absolute perfect shape of the Top Hat impressed all that viewed it in the early trials. This is a spherical bush with handsome, pointed leathery leaves and firm, sweet berries which sit on the outside of the plant. The cute berries really add to the ornamental and nutrient value with high vitamin and antioxidant content.
- White Bell-Shaped Blooms
- Pretty Pea-Sized Berries Grow Outside the Leaves
- Nutritious, Delicious Berries & Fun to Grow
- Self-Pollinating & Mid-Summer Harvest
- Perfect Shape for Containers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Blueberry bushes love full sun, and Top Hat can tolerate partial shade, especially in hotter climates. Note that less sun can mean fewer of the lovely white flowers and fruit in cooler growing zones 4-7. The deciduous plants grow in a slightly acidic, well-drained location for your shrub, and blueberries require moderate, yet consistent moisture throughout the growing zone. Pruning info can be found here in our Garden Blog.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate & Consistent Moisture
- 1,000-1,200 Chill Hours
- Half Highbush Blueberries Ripen Mid-Season
Imagine picking your own healthy, delicious blueberries. It's a great experience for the whole family and you'll have plenty to share with friends. Eat them fresh or use them in place of wild blueberries for pies, muffins, cobblers, jams, preserves, and syrup. This superior Blueberry really delivers on charm, nutrition and taste. Order yours from NatureHills.com today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall do Top Hat Blueberry bushes get?
The Top Hat Blueberry bush can reach a mature height of only 18-24 inches height and 1-2 feet in mature width.
Does Top Hat Blueberry need a pollinator?
Top Hat Blueberry varieties are self-pollinating, however, by planting more than one Blueberry will result in dramatically larger yields per bush.
How do you take care of the Blueberry Bush Top Hat?
Like other fruit plants and shrubs, the Top Hat Blueberry growing is best in full sun and partial shade to do its best. Plant in a well-drained, slightly acidic soil that has moderate moisture access.
Should I top my Blueberry Bushes?
These dwarf Blueberry plants rarely need topped or even pruned drastically. Small and compact, they are low-maintenance shrubs.
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 Top Hat Blueberry for sale here at NatureHills.com!
