Jewel Blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum ‘Jewel’
Jewel blueberry is a southern highbush culitvar and is one of California’s leading commercial varieties. The plant exhibits exceptional growth and high yields. Midseason harvest of large to very large berries with tangy sweet flavor. Chill requirement is estimated at 200 hours. Self-fruitful but produces higher yields when cross pollinated with other similar blooming blueberry varieties
| Jewel Details | |
|---|---|
| Flavor | Sweet, Tangy |
| Chill Hours | 200 |
| Skin Color When Ripe | Blue |
| Fruit Use | Fresh Eating |
| Self-Fruitful | Yes, but bigger yields when cross pollinated |
| Flower Season | Early Spring |
| Fruit Season | June |
| Light Needs | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Regular Water |
| USDA Zone | 7 – 10 |