Blue Crop

Origin: USDA

1. Highbrush type cultivar.
2. Height is 4-6 feet at maturity and upright in stature.
3. Ripening date is July 15 in the South Haven, Michigan area.
4. Yield is consistent, ranging from 10-20 pounds per plant at maturity depending upon cultural care.
5. Fruit size is large with 65 berries per cup.
6. Berry quality is firm, picking scar is small, and berries are bright blue.
7. Harvesting can be done by hand or mechanical harvest. The clusters are open and medium-large.
8. Markets for the fruit can be either fresh or process.
9. Ornamental value for the bush is excellent. Good green color in summer and fiery red in fall. Very hardy and drought resistant.
10. Blue Crop is the leading early-mid-season highbrush cultivar in the United States. Hardiness Scale 7-4.