Blueberry - Brigitta

Common Name: Brigitta Blueberry

Description: The 'Brigitta' Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum 'Brigitta') is a late-season highbush variety known for its large, light blue berries that ripen from August onwards. The firm, crisp fruits offer a sweet flavor with a hint of tartness, making them ideal for fresh consumption or freezing. This deciduous shrub features attractive white flowers in spring, followed by vibrant orange and red foliage in autumn, adding ornamental value to gardens. 'Brigitta' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, acidic soils. In Melbourne's climate, it performs well, especially when planted alongside other blueberry varieties to enhance cross-pollination and fruit yield. 

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–2.5 meters
• Width: 1.5–2.5 meters

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Edible Fruit
• Attractive Autumn Foliage
• Not Reliably Self-Fertile; Benefits from Cross-Pollination

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Other Blueberry Varieties (e.g., 'Bluecrop', 'Legacy')
• Azaleas
• Camellias
• Rhododendrons
• Heathers