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Blueberry 'Spartan'

Vaccinium corymbosum 'Spartan' · Shrub

Hardiness
H6 Hardy — very cold winter (to −15 to −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
100–150 cm × 100–150 cm
Soil
well-drained, moisture-retentive, acidic soil (pH 4.5-5.5); alternatively peat-free, ericaceous compost
Flowering
May–June
Toxicity
No specific toxicity is listed by the RHS. This is not a guarantee of safety — check with a vet or the ASPCA before pets or children eat any plant.

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Watch out for

Vine weevil: Apply biological nematodes to the compost in autumn and spring, or use a systemic insecticide.

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and treat with a suitable fungicide if severe.

Root rot: Ensure planting in well-drained, acidic soil or ericaceous compost to prevent waterlogging.

Nutrient deficiency (chlorosis): Maintain soil pH between 4.5 and 5.5 using ericaceous feed and avoid alkaline water.

Blueberry rust: Remove affected leaves to reduce spore spread and ensure good air circulation around the plant.

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