Climax blueberry (rabbiteye)
Climax blueberry (rabbiteye) needs about 450 chill hours (hours at or below 45°F), per Clemson Extension. About 75% of the Gulf South zip codes we cover typically get at least 450 hours, so check your zip before you buy.
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- Chill hours
- 450 hours at or below 45°F
- USDA zones
- 7-9 (general guide for blueberry (rabbiteye))
- Pollination
- Plant 2+ rabbiteye varieties
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- North & south Louisiana
- Notes
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- Sources
- hgic.clemson.edu
- Data status
- Chill number confirmed in source
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Where to buy
Prices and stock as we found them on each nursery's site, checked Oct 20, 3:13 PM CDT. Shipping not included; always confirm on the nursery's page.
| Nursery | Price | Size | Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Orchard Co. Climax Blueberry Plant | $14.95 | +/-2' Tall (2 Yr. - Fruiting Age) 5 sizes, $14.95–$289.95 | In stock | View |
| Bob Wells Nursery Climax Blueberry Plant | $19.95 | 1 Gallon Trade Pot | In stock | View |
| Edible Landscaping Climax Blueberry | $23.00 | TG/1 Gallon 8 sizes, $7.00–$85.00 | In stock | View |
| Brighter Blooms Climax Blueberry Bush | $24.99 | 2-3 ft. 6 sizes, $24.99–$79.99 | Sold out | View |
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From our orchard
Notes and photos from our Louisiana homestead orchard are coming soon.
Other blueberry (rabbiteye) varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightwell | 400 | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | verified |
| Alapaha | 450–500 | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | verified |
| Austin | 500 | 7-9 | verified | |
| Premier | 550 | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | verified |
| Vernon | 450–550 | 7-9 | verified | |
| Powderblue | 600 | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | verified |
| Tifblue | 650 | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | verified |
| Ochlockonee | Not rated | 7-9 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
Quick answers
How many chill hours does Climax blueberry (rabbiteye) need?
About 450 chill hours (hours at or below 45°F), according to Clemson Extension.
Does Climax blueberry (rabbiteye) fruit in the Gulf South?
It can where winters reach about 450 chill hours. By our NOAA-based estimates, roughly 75% of the Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida panhandle and Texas Gulf coast zip codes we cover typically do. LSU AgCenter lists it for both north and south Louisiana.
Does Climax blueberry (rabbiteye) need a pollinator?
Plant 2+ rabbiteye varieties.
What USDA zones suit Climax blueberry (rabbiteye)?
Zones 7-9 as a general guide for blueberry (rabbiteye).
Where can I buy Climax blueberry (rabbiteye)?
We found it at 4 online nurseries on our last check, 3 with it in stock, from $14.95. See the price table above.