Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry
For sale in Lawrenceville, GA
- Moderate to Fast (1-2 ft/year)
- Full Sun
- Cold hardy to USDA Zone 8a
- Native to Georgia
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About Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry
Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry is one of the oldest and most reliable Rabbiteye cultivars still widely planted, a University of Georgia introduction from the 1950s that remains popular for its outstanding productivity, cold hardiness for a Rabbiteye type, and excellent flavor in a mid-to-late season harvest. It grows into a larger shrub than many other Rabbiteye varieties, reaching 6-10 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide over time, and it is exceptionally long-lived, with well-maintained plantings continuing to produce heavily for 30 years or more. Like other Rabbiteye types, it is native to the Southeast and thrives in Georgia's heat and humidity far better than Northern Highbush blueberries. Tifblue requires a second Rabbiteye variety for cross-pollination, and its slightly later bloom time pairs particularly well with Powderblue or Climax. It requires the same acidic soil (pH 4.5-5.5) as all blueberries. Tifblue's decades-long track record in Southern gardens makes it a dependable, time-tested choice for a backyard blueberry planting.
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Plant Specifications
| Mature Height | 6-10 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 6-8 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate — consistent moisture, especially during fruiting |
| Bloom Season | Early Spring flowers, Summer fruit (mid-to-late season harvest) |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast (1-2 ft/year) |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8a |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Pet Safe | Yes |
| Native to Georgia | Yes |
Planting Instructions & Regional Tips
Plant Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry in full sun in soil amended with pine bark fines for acidic pH (4.5-5.5); give it slightly more room than other Rabbiteye varieties given its larger eventual size. Pair with a second Rabbiteye variety for cross-pollination. Water consistently during fruit development and mulch with pine straw to maintain soil acidity over this long-lived plant's decades of production.
Fast Facts
- One of the oldest, most reliable Rabbiteye cultivars (1950s UGA introduction)
- Mature size: 6-10 ft tall, 6-8 ft wide — larger than most Rabbiteye types
- Exceptionally long-lived, productive for 30+ years
- Needs a second Rabbiteye variety for cross-pollination
- Requires acidic soil, pH 4.5-5.5
- Native species, excellent heat and humidity tolerance
Pairs Well With
Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry FAQs
How long do blueberry bushes produce fruit?
Well-maintained Rabbiteye blueberry bushes like Tifblue can remain productive for 30 years or more, making them one of the longest-lived fruiting plants available for a home garden. Consistent watering, acidic soil maintenance, and annual pruning are the main factors that sustain this long productive lifespan.
Is Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry native to Georgia?
Yes, Tifblue Rabbiteye Blueberry is native to Georgia and the Southeastern United States, which makes it naturally well adapted to the region's clay soils, summer humidity, and Zone 8a climate. Native status generally means less supplemental water and fertilizer are needed once the plant is established in a Lawrenceville landscape.