Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) CHANDLER

Northern Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) 'Chandler'

The variety with the world's largest berries and an exceptionally long harvest season.

'Chandler' is an American variety that revolutionized blueberry growing with its gigantic fruits. It is one of the best-selling and most popular varieties globally, highly sought after by home gardeners and small-scale commercial growers. In addition to the record-breaking berry size, it stands out for its unusually long harvest window, which can last 4 to 6 weeks, ensuring a steady supply of fresh fruit throughout much of the summer.

Key Highlights:

• Enormous fruits: Berries reach a diameter of 2 cm or more.
• Extended harvest: Gradual ripening over several weeks.
• Excellent flavor: A perfectly balanced sweet-tart profile.
• High frost resistance: Withstands even severe winter temperatures.
• Compact growth habit suitable for smaller gardens.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: USA (released in 1994).

Variety Characteristics

Bush

• Growth: Medium vigor, regular, and compact.
• Height: Reaches approximately 150 cm at maturity.
• Habit: Well-branched bush with a sturdy structure.

Fruit

• Size: Huge berries, the largest among commonly grown varieties (approx. 2 cm diameter).
• Color: Attractive blue with a light waxy bloom.
• Flavor: Very delicious, aromatic, and well-balanced.
• Usage: Ideal for fresh consumption (due to size), as well as processing and dessert decoration.

Resistance and Requirements

• Frost: Very high frost hardiness (down to -34 °C).
• Location: Prefers sunny spots, which ensure maximum fruit size and sweetness.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Mid-to-late season variety, fruits ripen gradually throughout August.