Bluecrop Blueberry – Size and Yield Information
Plant Size (Height and Spread)
The Bluecrop blueberry is a vigorous and upright growing bush.
Typical mature size:
• Height: 1.5–2 metres (5–6.5 feet)
• Spread: 1–1.5 metres wide
If grown in the ground, plants can reach close to 2 metres tall.
If grown in large containers, they usually stay between 1.2 and 1.5 metres.
The plant normally reaches its full size after about 5–8 years.
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Yield Per Plant
A mature Bluecrop blueberry bush can produce:
7–9 kg of blueberries per plant per year (about 15–20 pounds).
Typical yield timeline:
Year 1–2
Little or no fruit (plant establishing roots)
Year 3
About 1–2 kg of fruit
Year 4–5
Around 3–5 kg per plant
Year 6 and older (fully mature)
Approximately 7–9 kg per plant each year
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Harvest Season in the UK
Bluecrop is a mid-season blueberry variety.
Typical harvest time:
Late July to August
The berries ripen gradually over about 3–4 weeks, meaning you will harvest several times rather than all at once.
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Berry Size and Quality
Bluecrop produces:
• Medium to large berries
• Light blue colour
• Firm skin
• Sweet flavour with mild acidity
The berries are excellent for:
• Fresh eating
• Freezing
• Baking
• Jam and desserts
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How to Achieve Maximum Yield
To achieve the highest yields from Bluecrop blueberry plants:
Soil acidity
Blueberries require acidic soil with a pH of about 4.5–5.5. In the UK, many growers use ericaceous compost.
Sunlight
Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.
Cross-pollination
Although Bluecrop is self-fertile, planting another variety nearby can increase yields by 20–30%. Good companion varieties include Duke, Chandler, or Brigitta.
Pruning
After the plant is 3 years old, prune each winter to remove older wood and encourage new fruiting growth.
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Example Yield
If you plant 3 Bluecrop blueberry bushes:
Expected mature production:
21–27 kg of blueberries per year.
This is usually enough for fresh eating, freezing, and making jams or desserts.
