{"id":86489,"date":"2026-02-11T10:25:53","date_gmt":"2026-02-11T10:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/produto\/uncategorized\/blueberry-vaccinium-corymbosum-14cm-pot\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T14:08:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T13:08:52","slug":"blueberry-vaccinium-corymbosum-14cm-pot","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/fathers-day\/blueberry-vaccinium-corymbosum-14cm-pot\/","title":{"rendered":"Blueberry &#8211; Vaccinium corymbosum (14cm pot)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Vaccinium corymbosum<\/em> is the most widely cultivated blueberry species in the world, and Portugal offers some of the best climate conditions for growing blueberries, especially in the Central and Northern regions. The fruit changes color as it ripens, turning from green to its characteristic blue. Planting should be done in winter (it&#8217;s perfectly possible to grow blueberries in deep pots or planters using acidic substrate on a balcony or terrace). Harvest time can vary slightly, but usually occurs from April to September. Blueberries can be eaten fresh, added to cereal, yogurt, smoothies, and pancakes, or used to make jams.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scientific name<\/strong>: <em>Vaccinium corymbosum<\/em><br \/><strong>Common names<\/strong>: Blueberry<br \/><strong>Family<\/strong>: <em>Ericaceae<\/em><br \/><strong>Origin<\/strong>: Europe and North America<br \/><strong>Category<\/strong>: Outdoor plant<br \/><strong>Approximate height<\/strong>: 60cm<br \/><strong>Diameter<\/strong>: 14cm<\/p>\n<p><strong>CUIDADOS<\/strong><br \/><strong>Light<\/strong>: Thrives in full sun or partial shade (direct morning or afternoon sun).<br \/><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Withstands temperatures down to \u201330 \u00b0C, ideal for cold climates with distinct winters.<br \/><strong>Watering<\/strong>: Prefers slightly moist but well-drained soil. Keep the top of the substrate slightly moist, especially in warmer months, as it doesn&#8217;t tolerate dry spells well. In summer, a good watering technique is to place water in a saucer and let the plant absorb it all, refilling only when the saucer is completely dry. However, be careful not to overwater to avoid root rot (and remove the saucer in winter because rain will cause water to stagnate and lead to waterlogging).<br \/><strong>Pruning<\/strong>: Blueberry bushes should be pruned every year; the best time is in winter during the dormant phase. For a better harvest, remove all dry branches and clear useless twigs from the center of the plant to promote airflow and light penetration.<br \/><strong>Soil<\/strong>: Rich in organic matter, well-drained, with an acidic pH (use substrate for acidophilic plants).<br \/><strong>Not Pet Friendly<\/strong>: The plant&#8217;s leaves are toxic to pets (although the fruit \u2013 blueberries \u2013 is safe).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fun Fact<\/strong>: Blueberries are high in antioxidants, helping to prevent cardiovascular disease, tumors, nervous system disorders, and aging-related processes.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING! Representative photo \u2013 the image shown is of a stock item at the time of cataloging and serves as a reference. A planta fornecida ser\u00e1 similar \u00e0 da foto sendo que, dependendo da fase do ciclo vegetativo em que se encontre, poder\u00e1 variar na forma, apar\u00eancia ou tamanho (ex: outra tonalidade de folha, com ou sem flor\/fruto, etc). A altura referida inclui o vaso pl\u00e1stico que se v\u00ea na fotografia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vaccinium corymbosum is the most widely cultivated blueberry species in the world, and Portugal offers some of the best climate conditions for growing blueberries, especially in the Central and Northern regions. The fruit changes color as it ripens, turning from green to its characteristic blue. 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