O'Neal Blueberry
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O'Neal's large dark blue fruit is considered the best tasting of the southern highbush varieties and flavor will not deteriorate under hot weather conditions. Fruit size is very large and attractive. Plant height around 6' and well proportioned, O'Neal plants have great ornamental value in the fall when their leaves turn. Widely grown in North Carolina and even South America. Space @ 5' circle. Introduced from NC. Berries sweeten up early. Fall color is orange and wine. Native. Zones 5-9.
Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Blueberries to CA,...
Plant Characteristics | |
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Pest Resistance | Very Good |
Disease Resistance | Very Good |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Heat Tolerance | Very Good |
Humidity Tolerance | Very Good |
Sun Tolerance | Very Good |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Fair |
Shade Tolerance | Fair |
No Spray | Very Good |
Salt Tolerance | Fair |
Fresh for Kids | Excellent |
Deer Resistance | Poor |
Thorns | No |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Soil Type | High Organic Matter |
Edible Type | Fruit |
Self Fertile | Yes |
This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome |
Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Oneal Southern Highbush Blueberry to CA, Canada, Europe