Pink Popcorn® Blueberry

Vaccinium x ‘MNPink1’

Now you far north gardeners can enjoy the whimsey of pink blueberries! Between the charming beauty of the delicious pastel pink fruit, and the burgundy fall color of this hardy 4-5 foot vase-shaped bush, there’s a lot to have fun with. From early in the season to mid season, pick an abundance of medium size, crisp, very sweet and delicious berries that are various shades of soft pink when ripe.

From the breeders at the University of Minnesota, this bush grows is reliably self-fertile, but will give more berries when paired with a different variety that also has predominantly highbush heritage. Requires highly acidic (4.5-5.5) soils and regular moisture to thrive.

Cold Hardy to USDA Zone: 3

Mature Height:  4′ (Medium)

Sun: Full Sun

Ripening Time: Early/July

Pollination: Partially Self Fertile, but Yields Increase with Non-Rabbiteye Varieties

Read our Blueberry Growing Guide