| Vaccinium corymbosum 'Rubel' is a delightful Heirloom Blueberry that will bring a thrill to your garden and your kitchen. Not to mention the mouths of industrious pickers. This fine native Northern Highbush, discovered in New Jersey in 1912, is treasured for the deep color, petite size, and rich flavor of its berries. Indisputably the best for baking, the berries also contain nearly twice the disease fighting antioxidants of other blueberries! The bush is strong and upright, reaching 6 to 7 feet at maturity. Given 800 chilling hours, 'Rubel' sets fruit consistently. This bush is self-fertile, but will produce more berries if more than one is planted. Zones 4-7a. If you like this blueberry, you'll love Blueberry 'Spartan'! |
