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The Organic 'Patriot' Blueberry, derived from Vaccinium x corymbosum, forms a bushy, vigorous bush, interesting for its rather compact habit, its cold resistance, its regular and high yield, as well as its natural resistance to diseases such as phytophthora. The flowering is early, taking place in early May. The fruiting, spread out, occurs between late June and late July, in clusters of dark blue blueberries, composed of very large, firm berries with a rustic and assertive taste. The plant requires the presence of a pollinator to bear fruit. It displays a stunning foliage in autumn, bright orange. It is a bush for acidic, well-drained soil, which appreciates dappled sunlight or partial shade.
Vaccinium x corymbosum 'Patriot' belongs to the Ericaceae family, like heathers and rhododendrons. It is the result of a cross-breeding between the European species Vaccinium myrtillus, with tasty but small fruits, and the species Vaccinium corymbosum with a larger growth but less flavourful fruits, native to New England, USA. 'Patriot' is a highly productive variety, forming a bushy shrub with a compact habit, reaching a height of 1.20m (4ft), with a spread of 60cm (24in). The deciduous leave are 2 to 3cm (1in) long, lanceolate, elliptical, entire and toothed, medium green, turning bright orange in autumn. The flowering takes place in early May, in the form of small white bell-shaped flowers with faded red edges, 0.5 to 1cm (0in) long, gathered in pendulous clusters 2 to 5cm (1 to 2in) long, at the end of the stems. It is followed by large blue berries covered with bloom, 1cm (0in) in diameter, which ripen from late June to late July. The harvest will be staggered according to the ripeness of the fruits. The blueberries are firm and sweet, with a pronounced, slightly resinous and aromatic flavour. The yield is excellent, around 6kg per plant. Blueberries are low in calories but highly nutritious: they are very rich in vitamins A, B, and C, calcium, and iron. They contain pigments (anthocyanins) that improve night vision.
To bear fruit, the 'Patriot' Blueberry needs the presence of another bush, of the same variety or a different variety. Plant 'Brigitta Blue' or 'Spartan' Blueberries near it to ensure a good harvest. You can combine the Patriot Blueberry in your heathland bed with other acid-loving plants such as rhododendrons, azaleas, hydrangeas, heathers... Blueberries can be consumed freshly picked, in juice, jam, jelly, and in pastries (pies, sorbets).
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If the soil suits it, the 'Patriot' Blueberry is a plant that will grow and bear fruit on its own. Install it in an acidic soil (pH between 4 and 5.5), pure peat soil or a mixture of ordinary soil and peat, well-decomposed bark compost. In limestone soil, you need to dig a hole 50 to 60cm (20 to 24in) deep, line the edges with a garden felt, place a non-limestone gravel bed 10cm (4in) thick at the bottom, then fill with an acidic soil mixture. The soil should remain moist, but without stagnant moisture. If watering is necessary, it should be done with non-limestone and non-chlorinated water. This bush likes filtered light, especially if it lives in a region with hot summers. You should protect it from dry winds and high temperatures. Mulch the base with crushed bark, straw, or fern leaves. From the third year onwards, apply a rhododendron fertilizer in autumn, and ammonium sulphate in spring.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
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The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.