Premier Blueberry (Vaccinium virgatum) – Rabbiteye Blueberry Plant for Sale

Buy Premier Blueberry plants for sale — a highly productive rabbiteye blueberry (Vaccinium virgatum) prized for its large berries, early harvest season, and dependable yields. Premier is one of the most widely planted rabbiteye blueberries in the Southeast and is valued for its vigorous growth, excellent fruit quality, and adaptability to warm Southern climates.

Premier produces abundant clusters of large, light blue berries with a sweet, mild flavor that are perfect for fresh eating, baking, freezing, jams, and preserves. The berries ripen early in the season, providing gardeners and growers with an extended blueberry harvest when planted alongside mid- and late-season varieties.

In spring, Premier is covered with attractive white bell-shaped flowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators. Its vigorous growth and reliable fruit production make it an excellent choice for home orchards, edible landscapes, and backyard fruit gardens.

Well adapted to North Florida, the Florida Panhandle, South Alabama, and other warm Southern climates, Premier thrives in acidic, well-drained soils and full sun. Its strong vigor and consistent performance have made it one of the most trusted rabbiteye blueberry varieties for Southern growers.

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Vaccinium virgatum
• Common Name: Premier Blueberry
• Type: Rabbiteye Blueberry
• Mature Height: 6–8 ft
• Mature Width: 5–6 ft
• Chill Hours: Approximately 450–550
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun
• Soil Preference: Acidic, moist, well-drained soil
• USDA Zones: 7–9
• Harvest Season: Early Season

Best Pollinators for Higher Yields (Rabbiteye Group)

For maximum fruit production and larger berry size, plant Premier with one or more compatible rabbiteye blueberry varieties:

• Alapaha (Vaccinium virgatum)
• Brightwell (Vaccinium virgatum)
• Climax (Vaccinium virgatum)
• Krewer (Vaccinium virgatum)
• Powderblue (Vaccinium virgatum)
• Vernon (Vaccinium virgatum)

Cross-pollination improves fruit set, berry size, and overall harvest yields.

Important Pickup Information

Important: We are not shipping plants at this time. Please only place an order if you plan to pick up your plants at our nursery location.

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