Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka' (Organic blueberry) — H45 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can the 'Reka' blueberry bush produce fruit on its own? Yes, it is a self-fertile variety — but having another blueberry variety nearby significantly improves the quantity and size of the fruit produced.
When to harvest blueberries from the 'Reka' blueberry bush? From June to August depending on exposure — the berries are ready when they turn deep purplish blue and easily detach from the stem without effort.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🫐 Blue-purple berries rich in antioxidants • 🌸 White spring blossoms • 🍂 Fiery autumn foliage • ☀️ Full sun to partial shade • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H45 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka' is an organic blueberry bush bred in New Zealand, known for its high productivity and the intense flavor of its berries. An early, vigorous variety, it adapts perfectly to urban balconies and terraces in pots.
As decorative as it is generous — white bell-shaped flowers in spring, blue-purple berries from early summer, then fiery red foliage in autumn.
Light & location
The 'Reka' blueberry bush prefers bright, airy spots. It thrives both in pots and in the ground, provided it has acidic soil — an absolutely essential condition for its growth and fruiting.
- Exposure: full sun to partial shade — more sun = more fruit.
- Soil: pure ericaceous soil or a well-drained acidic mix, never chalky.
- Pollination: self-fertile, but the presence of another variety significantly improves the harvest.
- Pot: minimum 25–30 cm diameter — renew ericaceous soil every 2 to 3 years.
Place it in the largest pot available on your terrace — a generous container directly improves the quantity and quality of fruit produced each summer.
Watering & care
The blueberry bush likes consistently moist conditions but hates standing water. It is particularly sensitive to lime — hard tap water gradually makes the soil alkaline and causes leaf chlorosis. Always use rainwater or filtered water.
- Watering: regular, with lime-free water — keep the soil slightly moist at all times.
- Mulching: essential to retain moisture and maintain soil acidity.
- Pruning: light, after harvest — remove old branches to stimulate new fruiting shoots.
- Fertilizer: acidic organic amendment in spring to support flowering and fruiting.
Apply a 5 cm layer of pine mulch or wood chips at the base — pine naturally acidifies the soil as it decomposes and retains moisture between waterings.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The 'Reka' blueberry bush charms with its triple ornamental value: white bell-shaped flowers in spring, berry production in summer, and fiery red foliage in autumn — three seasons of decoration for a single shrub.
- To double production, pair it with an organic raspberry 'Malling Promise' — both organic small fruits are harvested at slightly staggered times and complement each other perfectly in a sunny terrace vegetable garden corner.
- For a complete fruit terrace, the organic thornless blackberry 'Black Satin' is an ideal companion — its large, sweet blackberries complement the blueberries for a varied harvest all summer long.
- For an organic edible composition, the self-fertile organic kiwi 'Jenny' adds a climbing and graphic dimension to the terrace vegetable garden — its large leaves contrast with the compact, dense habit of the blueberry bush.
- To enrich the blueberry harvest, plant two blueberry bushes of different varieties — cross-pollination between compatible varieties significantly increases the volume and size of the fruit produced.
Verdeia tips
- Water only with lime-free water: hard tap water gradually alkalizes the soil and causes irreversible chlorosis — collect rainwater or use filtered water for every watering.
- Renew ericaceous soil every 2 to 3 years: the soil depletes and alkalizes progressively in pots — a spring repotting with fresh ericaceous soil and organic compost revives vigor and fruiting.
- Prune after each harvest, not before: remove branches that have already fruited in August-September — new shoots of the year will bear the next season's fruit. An acidic organic amendment right after pruning restarts growth before winter.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Vaccinium corymbosum 'Reka'
- Common name: Organic blueberry bush
- Origin: New Zealand (horticultural selection)
- Dimensions at delivery: H45 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
- Adult size: 1.2 to 1.5 m
- Exposure: full sun to partial shade
- Soil: acidic ericaceous soil essential
- Watering: regular, with lime-free water
- Flowering: April-May
- Harvest: June-August depending on exposure
- Hardiness: very hardy
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Edible garden / Fruit balcony / Urban nature
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. Leaf density and fruit production naturally vary depending on exposure, age, and growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.