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Misty blueberry (southern highbush)
Misty blueberry (southern highbush) is usually listed at about 300 chill hours, but we haven't confirmed that number in an extension source yet.
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- Chill hours
- 300 hours at or below 45°F
- USDA zones
- 8-10 (general guide for blueberry (southern highbush))
- Pollination
- Better with 2+ varieties
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- Not in LSU Pub 1884 table
- Notes
- —
- Sources
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- Data status
- Not yet verified
Will it get enough chill at my place? →
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stark Bro's Misty Blueberry Plant | $18.99 | standard | In stock | View |
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From our orchard
Notes and photos from our Louisiana homestead orchard are coming soon.
Other blueberry (southern highbush) varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald | Not rated | 8-10 | listed | |
| Jewel | Not rated | 8-10 | listed | |
| Star | Not rated | 8-10 | listed | |
| Windsor | Not rated | 8-10 | listed | |
| O'Neal | 400–500 | 8-10 | unverified |
Quick answers
How many chill hours does Misty blueberry (southern highbush) need?
Commonly listed at about 300 chill hours (unconfirmed in extension sources so far).
Does Misty blueberry (southern highbush) need a pollinator?
Better with 2+ varieties.
What USDA zones suit Misty blueberry (southern highbush)?
Zones 8-10 as a general guide for blueberry (southern highbush).
Where can I buy Misty blueberry (southern highbush)?
We found it at 1 online nursery on our last check, 1 with it in stock, from $18.99. See the price table above.