Blueberry 'Sweetheart' Highbush

Common Name: Sweetheart Blueberry

Scientific Name: Vaccinium 'Sweetheart'

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8

Bloom Color: White

Fruit Color: Light blue

Fruit Size: Medium to large

Ripens/Harvest: First crop in late May to early June; second crop in August 

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter

Flavor Profile: Sweet and aromatic 

Fruit Texture: Firm

Years to Bear: 2–3 years after planting

Mature Size: 5–6 feet in height; 3–4 feet in width 

Spacing: 4–5 feet apart

Pollination Requirements: Partially self-fertile; planting multiple varieties can enhance yield