Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Who doesn’t love blueberries? The Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry produces white flowers in the spring that are followed by edible fruit. It is a very versatile plant that is tolerant to heat and easy maintenance. This beauty will bring pollinators to your garden and you can enjoy its fruit all summer long.
The Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry has green foliage with an upright growing habit. During the spring little white blooms appear followed by a late spring early summer fruit that is edible and can be used in a number of ways. This variety provides an extra resistance to pests and disease. The Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry reaches a height of four to five feet with a spread of three to four feet. Uses include planting as a border plant, privacy planting, mass planting, use for a hedge, or plant in a container.
Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry Care
Plant in full sun. Ensure your plant is receiving at minimum at six hours of sun each day. Soil should be moist and well drained. This plant has average water needs. Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry thrives best in acidic soil. Mulch should be applied for winter protection. Fertilize yearly in early spring. If pruning is desired, do so in the late spring.
Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry Spacing
Spacing for your Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry four to five feet, center on center. If a seamless appearance is desired, plant three feet, center on center. Proper spacing is imperative to maintain a healthy plant.
Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Edible Plants |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 3 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 5 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 5 Feet |
| Habit: Upright, Compact |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Blue |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
| Attracts: Birds, Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Ornamental, Cut Flowers |
| Features: Disease/Pest Resistance, Heat Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies |
| Self Fertile: Yes |
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Major Branch: Rabbit Eye |
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Harvest Period: Spring to Summer |
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Fruit Size: Large |
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Fruit Color: Violet-Blue |
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Fruit Flavor: Sugary - sweet |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
| Common Name: Takes the Cake Rabbiteye Blueberry |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Vaccinium ashei 'Vernon' PP18291 |
- SKU:
- BBTTC
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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