Blueberry, Top Hat

'Top Hat' (Vaccinium x 'Top Hat')

‘Top Hat’ is a half-high dwarf blueberry, selected for its compact growth. deciduous shrub. It originated as a multi-generational cross between true angustifolium ‘wild’ blueberries and standard northern high-bush blueberry selections. Lovely bell shaped white and pink tinged flowers followed by delicious light blue fruit, and outstanding fall foliage. Blueberries grow best in acidic, medium to wet, well drained organically rich soils in full sun to part shade. Fibrous roots need constant moisture and good drainage. Plants appreciate a good organic mulch. Although self-fertile, it is best to plant more than one variety, as cross-pollination produces larger berries and larger yields. Grown not just for fruit production, it is effective as a low hedge, in shrub borders or as part of less formal shrub plantings. Excellent for containers, patio gardens, borders as well as edible gardens and landscapes