Reka Blueberry
CommercialReka stands out as one of the fastest-growing and most adaptable blueberry varieties we have seen. With its vigorous growth, Reka thrives in various northern climates and soil types, including light sandy soils, peat, and heavier clay loams. Notably, Reka is more tolerant to wetter ground than many other varieties. This early-season variety produces bountiful yields of medium-sized, exceptionally rich-tasting berries perfect for U-pick and roadside/fresh market operations. In addition to its outstanding fruit production, Reka offers an added landscape bonus with its stunning red and burgundy fall foliage. Growing four to six feet tall, Reka is a highly productive variety and a visually appealing addition to any commercial growing operation.
Features:
- Adaptable: Reka thrives in various northern climates and soil types, including light sandy soils, peat, and heavier clay loams, and is more tolerant to wetter ground than many other varieties.
- High-Performing: This early-season variety produces bountiful yields of medium-sized, exceptionally rich-tasting berries perfect for U-pick and roadside/fresh market operations.
- Landscape Appeal: Growing four to six feet tall, Reka offers an added landscape bonus with its stunning red and burgundy fall foliage.
Breeder: Fall Creek
Release Year: 1989
Recommended Hardiness Zones: Zones 4–8
Photo provided by Fall Creek.
How do I properly space my blueberry plants?
Blueberry plants should be spaced 4’–5’ in the row and 10’–12’ between rows.
How much sunlight do blueberry plants need?
Blueberry plants like direct sun, ideally, for at least eight hours per day. However, if eight or more hours of direct sunlight is not possible, the absolute minimum is six hours per day.
When will my blueberry plant bear fruit?
Blueberry plants bear fruit one year after planting. Pinch blossoms during the establishment year.
