Description
Vaccinium ashei ‘Powder Blue’, commonly known as Rabbiteye Blueberry, is a robust and high-yielding southern blueberry variety renowned for its large, flavorful fruit and exceptional adaptability to warm climates. Originating in the southeastern United States, the Rabbiteye blueberry group, including ‘Powder Blue’, thrives in well-drained, acidic soils and exhibits excellent drought tolerance compared to other blueberry species. ‘Powder Blue’ is distinguished by its abundant clusters of powdery-blue berries that mature mid-season, offering a sweet, mildly tart flavor ideal for fresh eating or processing. This cultivar also features attractive foliage that provides seasonal interest and is valued for its self-fertility and consistent performance in home gardens and commercial orchards alike. Its resilience against common blueberry diseases and pests, coupled with vigorous growth, has made ‘Powder Blue’ a staple among southern gardeners and blueberry producers.