• Blueberry top hat berries growing on a plant showing plumpness of the berries
  • Harvested top hat blueberries gathered and in several bowls
  • Graphic for blueberry roots explaining self pollination
  • Graphic showing the recommended growing zones for blueberry roots
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Blueberry Roots - Top Hat

Compact variety brings berries to patio pots and small space gardens

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Attracts Bees
Edible
North American Native
Challenging but Rewarding

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Vaccinium 'Top Hat'

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

SEED TYPE

  • Root

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Late Spring through Early Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Compact Bush

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 inches

COLOR

  • Blue

Enjoy fresh blueberries just steps from your door with Top Hat, a compact dwarf variety perfect for patios, containers, and small-space gardens. Growing only about 24 inches tall, this petite plant still produces full-size berries with delicious flavor for fresh eating, muffins, pies, jams, and preserves. Curving branches and a naturally tidy habit also make Top Hat an attractive choice for edible landscaping and bonsai.

  • • Produces masses of blueberries in July and August
  • • Perfect container plant with delicate white spring blossoms, berries in summer, and bronze autumn leaves
  • • Self-pollinating; an optional pollinating partner may increase yields

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Crown approximately 1 to 2 inches below soil surface

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 24 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7

Planting Guide

View our Blueberry Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Blueberry Roots - Top Hat FAQs

    How large does Top Hat Blueberry grow?

    Top Hat is a true dwarf blueberry, generally reaching only about 1 to 2 feet tall and wide. Its compact size makes it especially useful for patios, balconies, and small gardens.

    What do Top Hat Blueberries taste like?

    The berries are small to medium-sized with a sweet, classic blueberry flavor. They're excellent for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and preserves.

    How large does Top Hat Blueberry grow?

    Top Hat is a true dwarf blueberry, generally reaching only about 1 to 2 feet tall and wide. Its compact size makes it especially useful for patios, balconies, and small gardens.

    Does Top Hat Blueberry need to be pruned?

    Top Hat requires relatively little pruning because of its naturally compact habit. Once established, remove dead, damaged, or weak branches in late winter or early spring as needed.

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