Common Names |
Florida Rose Blueberry, Pink Blueberry |
Family |
Ericaceae (Heath Family) |
Origin |
Southeastern U.S. (Florida breeding program) |
Plant Type |
Fruiting Shrub |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Food Forest Layer |
Shrub / Understory Layer |
Mature Size |
3–4 ft tall and wide |
Light |
Full Sun |
Water Needs |
Moderate |
Harvest Season |
Spring to Early Summer |
Time to Fruit |
1–2 years from planting |
Self-Fertile |
Yes (but better with pollinator) |
Growth Rate |
Moderate |
Zones |
USDA Zones 8–10 |
Florida Native |
No (Florida-adapted cultivar) |
Propagation |
Cuttings, Tissue Culture |
Seasonal Characteristics |
Deciduous; pink fruit and white spring flowers |