Shiny blueberry (Vaccinium myrsinites)

Shiny blueberry

The undersides are glandular. The flowers are urn-shaped or cylindrical, white to pink or red-tinged, and borne in clusters of up to 8. They may be nearly one centimeter long. The fruit is a black or waxy blue berry up to 8 millimeters or 9 millimeters in length containing several seeds.

Scientific classification

Species

Shiny blueberry (Vaccinium myrsinites)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

1 m

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Green, Blue, Gray, Silver

Leaf Color

Black, Blue

Fruit Color

Pink, White

Flower Color

Green

Stem Color

Slow

Growth Rate

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Evergreen lance-shaped glossy leaves with fine-toothed margins and subtle bluish cast.

Delicate pink calyx encasing white flowers blooming in clusters of 2 to 8.

Distinctive bluish-gray edible berries with a glaucous bloom and multiple seeds.

Slender stems varying from glabrous to pubescent, forming dense branching patterns.

Pubescent green bark transitioning to woody texture, evolving in thickness and pattern.

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Care Guide for Shiny blueberry

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Shiny blueberry thrives with intermittent water, showing high drought tolerance. It prefers infrequent irrigation, about once every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry out. As an evergreen, shiny blueberry retains leaf hydration year-round, making it suitable for outdoor cultivation with natural precipitation.

Fertilize: Shiny blueberry thrives with monthly fertilization using balanced N-P-K fertilizers, like a 10-10-10 blend, during active growth. High nitrogen fertilizers can be applied in early spring for leaf development. Reduce fertilization in fall and winter to prevent over-fertilization, ensuring robust growth and fruit production.

Pruning: Shiny blueberry, known for its glossy leaves, should be pruned in early to late winter while dormant to maintain shape and promote new growth. Remove dead branches and thin overcrowded areas to enhance air circulation, reduce disease risk, and rejuvenate the plant for optimal health.

Propagation: Shiny blueberry can be propagated by sowing seeds in well-drained, mildly acidic soil, maintaining consistent moisture without waterlogging. A light medium like peat or sand prevents rot. Germination requires patience. Softwood cuttings during active growth, with rooting hormone in a supportive environment, are also effective.

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