One of the best varieties for high adaptability to different climates, Legacy performs well in low, mid, and high chill areas where winters are not too cold. It is easy to grow and a heavy producer when it reaches a mature age. Fruit is medium-size with good flavor.
--Antonio A. Alamo
Operations Manager EMEnA
Mid Chill
Legacy
Legacy blueberries are a highly adaptable variety for both fresh and process sales. This variety tends to be a little slower to produce in the first few years, however, yields can be very high once the plants become established. Legacy blueberries have received good reviews for its fruit quality, small scar and flavor. Mechanical harvest suitability is good. In many areas, the Legacy blueberry will keep its leaves through most of the winter, and may require a different approach with pruning, often at a higher cost than many other northern varieties.
PUBLIC VARIETY
Berry Size:
Medium
| Primary Use: | Fresh, Processed |
| fruit qualities: | Light Blue, Excellent Flavor |
| Bush Habit: | Open, Upright, Vigoroso |
| Chilling Level: | Mid Chill |
| Ripening Season | |
Mid/Late
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Legacy Blueberry Production per Plant
The Legacy Blueberry Bush is renowned for its high yield of medium-sized, indigo berries. It can produce a substantial quantity of berries, with an approximate yield ranging from 8 to 10 pounds per bush per year.
Zone Level for Legacy Blueberry Plant
The recommended growing zones for the Legacy Blueberry Bush are zones 5, 6, 7, and 8. The Legacy Blueberry is well-suited for regions with varying winter temperatures.
If you are unsure about your local zone, reference a plant hardiness zone map or consult with local gardening experts to determine whether your area aligns with the suggested zones for successful cultivation of the Legacy Blueberry.
FAQs
How big do Legacy blueberry plants get?
The Legacy Blueberry is classified as a highbush blueberry and can attain a height ranging from 4 to 6 feet, with a corresponding width of 3 to 4 feet. This moderate size makes it suitable for various gardening spaces, including both traditional gardens and containers.
What pollinates with Legacy blueberries?
Planting multiple Legacy Blueberry bushes or introducing other Northern Highbush blueberry varieties nearby can enhance pollination rates and increase the overall yield and quality of the crop.
