{"product_id":"bleuet-patriot","title":"Blueberry 'Patriot'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e‘Patriot’ Blueberry\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eVaccinium corymbosum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Patriot’) is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"260\"\u003ehardy and vigorous blueberry bush\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"305\"\u003elarge, firm, and flavorful dark blue fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"362\"\u003eearly-season\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, with harvesting typically starting \u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"425\"\u003ein early July\u003c\/strong\u003e in Quebec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eIt develops an \u003cstrong data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"488\"\u003eupright and well-branched shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering good productivity year after year. Its dark green foliage turns orange-red in the fall, adding ornamental interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"801\"\u003eThis variety tolerates heavier soils a bit better than some other blueberry bushes but still requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"742\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eacidic and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"924\"\u003eThe spring bell-shaped flowers are \u003cstrong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"881\"\u003evisited by pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e, promoting excellent fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e⚠️ To maximize production, it is recommended to plant \u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eanother compatible variety\u003c\/strong\u003e nearby to ensure better cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eVaccinium corymbosum\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Patriot’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fruit shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eFlowering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Early July (early season)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large, dark blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eFlavor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sweet, well-balanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.2 to 1.5 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 to 1.2 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Acidic and well-drained\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Zone 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e‘Patriot’ Blueberry\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for those seeking an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eearly, hardy, and productive blueberry bush\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfectly suited for Quebec gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Centre Jardin Zotic","offers":[{"title":"Gallon","offer_id":51539923697981,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/9327\/6221\/files\/VacciniumPatriot.jpg?v=1774877518","url":"https:\/\/serresmagog.ca\/en\/products\/bleuet-patriot","provider":"Serres Magog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}