{"product_id":"duke-blueberry-plants-4-plugs","title":"Duke Blueberry Plants (4 Plugs) | Early Season Large Sweet Berries | Cold Hardy Northern Highbush | Zones 4–7 | Hand Picked Nursery","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"8600\" data-end=\"8921\"\u003eDuke Blueberry is one of the most popular early-season blueberry varieties thanks to its dependable harvests, cold hardiness, and excellent fruit quality. This Northern Highbush variety produces heavy crops of large, firm berries with a mild, sweet flavor that’s perfect for fresh eating, freezing, baking, and preserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8923\" data-end=\"9243\"\u003eOur Duke Blueberry plants are sold as a pack of \u003cstrong data-start=\"8971\" data-end=\"8990\"\u003e4 healthy plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a convenient and affordable option for starting a home blueberry patch. Plug plants are young, actively growing blueberry plants with developing root systems that establish quickly and grow vigorously once planted in the proper conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9245\" data-end=\"9594\"\u003eDuke is especially prized for ripening early while blooming later than many other varieties, helping reduce the risk of spring frost damage to blossoms. The plants are vigorous, productive, and known for consistent yields year after year. In spring, they produce white blossoms that attract pollinators, followed by abundant berries in early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9596\" data-end=\"9814\"\u003eThis variety thrives in full sun and acidic, well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA Zones 4–7, Duke is an excellent choice for gardeners who want an early blueberry crop, strong yields, and reliable cold-weather performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"9816\" data-end=\"10034\"\u003ePlanting multiple blueberry varieties nearby can improve pollination and boost berry size and production. A pack of 4 plugs makes it easy to start a productive berry row or mix varieties for a longer blueberry harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"10036\" data-end=\"10158\"\u003eAt Hand Picked Nursery, we carefully select healthy blueberry plants for vigor, root health, and long-term garden success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pm8yra\" data-start=\"10160\" data-end=\"10180\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"10164\" data-end=\"10180\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10182\" data-end=\"10283\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10182\" data-end=\"10211\"\u003ePack of 4 Blueberry Plugs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Includes four healthy young plants ready to establish in your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10285\" data-end=\"10379\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10285\" data-end=\"10309\"\u003eEarly-Season Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e – One of the earliest blueberries to ripen for fresh summer harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10381\" data-end=\"10482\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10381\" data-end=\"10404\"\u003eLarge Sweet Berries\u003c\/strong\u003e – Produces firm, flavorful blueberries ideal for fresh eating and preserving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10484\" data-end=\"10556\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10484\" data-end=\"10516\"\u003eCold Hardy Northern Highbush\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reliable performer in USDA Zones 4–7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10558\" data-end=\"10641\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10558\" data-end=\"10585\"\u003eProductive \u0026amp; Dependable\u003c\/strong\u003e – Known for strong yields and consistent fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"10643\" data-end=\"10741\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"10643\" data-end=\"10674\"\u003eHand Picked Nursery Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e – Healthy plants grown for strong roots and long-term performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hand Picked Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50912513327271,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0515\/1617\/8599\/files\/Duke_Blueberry_Plugs.png?v=1782500229","url":"https:\/\/www.handpickednursery.com\/products\/duke-blueberry-plants-4-plugs","provider":"Hand Picked Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}