shrub

Korean Blueberry Korean Bush Blueberry

Vaccinium koreanum

Updated 4 Aug 2026 · AI-parsed entry

Korean Blueberry Korean Bush Blueberry (Vaccinium koreanum) — a shrub, for Full sun, Medium water.

What it needs & gives back

↓ Needs

Lightfull sun to partial shade
Watermedium to high

↑ Gives back

Fruitedible fruit
Mulch_biomassmedium

Through the year

Through the year

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emergenceNew growth emerges after the last spring frost and consistent temperatures above 5°C.
floweringFlowering occurs approximately 30 days after emergence.
fruitingFruit development begins about 60 days after flowering and ripens over 45 days.
senescenceLeaves begin to change color and drop with the first autumn frost and shortening days.
dormancyEnters dormancy shortly after senescence, lasting through winter.

Soil interactions

Drainagewell-drained
Nitrogen fixingNo
MycorrhizalYes
Accumulatespotassium, phosphorus
Soil texturesandy_loam, loam
Organic matterMedium
Compaction toleranceLow

Propagation

Methodsseed, cuttings, division
Difficulty3 / 5
Establishes in~2 yr
Stratificationcold_moist_stratification_60_90_days
Self-seedingLight
Divisionspring

Wildlife & pests

Attractsbees, birds