Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs
Legacy blueberry
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Legacy'
Legacy is a blueberry shrub grown for spring flowers and edible summer fruit in Southwest Washington gardens. Its long bloom period extends spring interest, and the berries also draw birds. Plan for a managed shrub about 4–6 feet tall and 3–6 feet wide; broader highbush size estimates can run larger. Plant it in full sun for better fruiting, with acidic, organic, moist but well-drained soil and access for watering and picking. It can serve in a blueberry row or fruiting hedge. Mulch to hold moisture, irrigate during dry periods, and renew older canes as plants mature. Part shade usually reduces the crop.
Ask about this plantAt a glance
- Mature height
- About 4–6 feet with management
- Mature spread
- About 3–6 feet
- Light
- Full sun; partial shade reduces fruiting
- Hardiness
- Generally suited west of the Cascades; flower buds may be damaged near 0–5°F
The right plant, the right place
Make room for something good.
Place Legacy in a blueberry row, fruiting hedge, or edible planting where its berries are easy to reach. Allow room for a shrub several feet tall and wide.
Where to plant
Choose full sun for the best crop and leave access for watering and picking. Partial shade is possible, but expect less fruit.
Through the seasons
White to pink flowers appear in spring, with a notably long bloom period. Edible blueberries follow in summer.
Southwest Washington gardens
Give it a good start.
Legacy can grow west of the Cascades, including Southwest Washington. Its flower buds may be damaged during unusually severe cold.
Soil, drainage & water
Prepare acidic, organic, moist but well-drained soil. Mulch and irrigate to keep moisture steady, especially during dry weather.
A little care goes a long way
Growing well, season after season.
Mulch, water during dry periods, and prune established plants to renew productive canes. Another blueberry cultivar nearby can improve the harvest.
Know what to look for
Common growing concerns.
Symptoms can have more than one cause. These notes are a starting point for observing your plant and improving its growing conditions.
Bird feeding
Berries disappear before you can pick them.
Help your plant thrive
Cover ripening fruit if the harvest is important to you.
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