Duke Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum Duke)

The Duke blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum Duke) is one of the most popular and reliable northern highbush blueberry varieties worldwide. Known for its early ripening, high yield and large, flavorful berries, the Duke is a favorite among professional growers and hobby gardeners alike.

Fairplant produces EU certified, true-to-type, virus free Duke plants from tissue culture, ensuring top-quality plants with the best start for your blueberry field or garden.

Why Choose Duke Blueberries?

• Early ripening and high yields with consistent harvests of 4–9 kg per plant
• Large, firm, flavorful berries suitable for both fresh markets and processing
• Winter hardy and frost resistant, reliable in colder Northern Europe and productive in sunny Southern climates
• Easy to grow and maintain with strong, upright bushes up to 2 meters tall
• Long shelf life, excellent for storage, transport and machine harvest

Planting and Growing Conditions

For best results, plant your Duke blueberry bushes in autumn (October) or early spring.

Location: Full sun with well-drained, acidic soil (pH 4.5–5.5)
Soil preparation: Enrich with organic matter such as peat moss or pine bark
Watering: Keep the soil moist but never waterlogged
Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and control weeds
Pruning: In late winter or early spring, prune dormant plants to balance old and new wood, improve airflow and encourage fruit production.

Plant Characteristics

Height: Up to 2 meters tall with an open, upright structure
Yield: 4–9 kg per mature plant, depending on conditions
Berry quality: Light blue, firm, flavorful and uniform in size
Hardiness: Winter hardy, frost resistant and suitable for both cold and warm climates
Pollination: Self-pollinating, but planting multiple bushes can increase yield.

Delivery and Shipping

Fairplant ships Duke blueberry plants in trays or pots, carefully packed to ensure plant quality during transport. Whether you are a commercial grower or a home gardener, you will receive healthy plants ready for strong establishment.

Duke, the leading Highbush Blueberry

The Duke blueberry is not only one of our bestsellers, but also the world’s leading license free northern highbush variety. With its uniform fruit, reliable harvests and easy maintenance, it is the ideal choice for both fresh markets and processing.

Order your Duke blueberry plants from Fairplant today and start growing one of the most productive and rewarding blueberry varieties in the world.