Large, firm blue fruit in early to mid-season. Vigorous growth and high-yield; bears fruit earlier than 'Bluecrop'. Burgundy foliage in fall, deep red stems in winter. Flowers provide nectar for pollinators and branches provide shelter and nesting sites for birds. Works well as a border or hedge plant. Semi-evergreen.
Watering Needs:Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Botanical Pronunciation:vak-SIN-ee-um kor-rim-BOW-sum
Plant type:Shrub
Deciduous/evergreen:Semi-evergreen
Growth habit:Compact
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Moderate growing; reaches 5 ft. tall and wide.
Special features:Attracts Butterflies, Bird Friendly, Compact Form, Easy Care, Edible, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Showy Fruit
Foliage color:Burgundy
Blooms:Early spring flowers produce early summer fruit.
Flower color:White