---
title: Austin Blueberry Plant
description: Austin is a newer variety developed by Dr. Brightwell's successor, Dr.
  Max Austin of the University of Georgia. The Austin blueberry is a very early variety
  that is excellent for use as a cross pollinator with Climax. The fruit is also of
  good quality
url: https://www.willisorchards.com/product/austin-blueberry-plant
type: product
sku: WOC3
botanical_name: Vaccinium virgatum 'Austin' (syn. V. ashei)
hardiness_zones: 7 - 9
---

# Austin Blueberry Plant
*Vaccinium virgatum 'Austin' (syn. V. ashei)*

![Austin Blueberry Plant](https://www.willisorchards.com/system/products/images/5/original/austin_blueberry_plant-image1.jpg?1790461955)

Category: [Berry Plants](https://www.willisorchards.com/category/berry-plants) › [Blueberry Plants](https://www.willisorchards.com/category/blueberry-plants)

**Grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 - 9.** See the [zone map](https://www.willisorchards.com/zone-map) to find yours.

## Sizes and prices

| Size | Price | Availability | Ships | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| +/-2' Tall (2 Yr. - Fruiting Age) | $14.95 | In stock | 10/15/2026 - 06/01/2027 |  |
| 10 Plants (+/-2' Tall)(2 Yr. - Fruiting Age) | $119.95 | In stock | 10/15/2026 - 06/01/2027 |  |
| 3-4' Tall (3 Yr. - Fruiting Size) | $34.95 | In stock | 10/15/2026 - 06/01/2027 |  |
| 10 Plants (3-4' Tall)(3 Yr. - Fruiting Size) | $289.95 | In stock | 10/15/2026 - 06/01/2027 |  |
| 4-5' Tall (Instant Orchard) | $49.95 | In stock | 10/15/2026 - 06/01/2027 | Oversized |

> Note: Potted Plants are Also Available, by Freight Only.

## Description

**This product cannot be shipped to California and Washington.**

The Austin Blueberry Plant is a newer variety developed by Dr. Brightwell's successor, Dr. Max Austin of the University of Georgia. The Austin Blueberry is a very early variety that is excellent for use as a cross pollinator with Climax. The fruit is also of good quality. Its production level is as high or even higher than Climax, so expect to see many acres of Austin blueberries being planted in upcoming years. (Zones 6b - 9)

## Characteristics

| Characteristic | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Bloom Color | White / Pale Pink |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Fall Color | Orange/Red/Burgundy |
| Fruit Color | Blue |
| Fruit Size | Medium to Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 7 - 9 |
| Pollination | Pollination needed with a different compatible rabbiteye variety. |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late May to Early July |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loam, Moist, Acidic, Organic, Well Draining |
| Soil Moisture | Consistently moist, damp to the touch, but never waterlogged. |
| Soil pH Level | 4.5-5.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2-3 |
| Mature Width | 6'-8' |
| Mature Height | 6'-10' |

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## How to order

Order online at https://www.willisorchards.com/product/austin-blueberry-plant: choose a size and add it to the cart. Or call 1-866-586-6283, Mon–Fri, 8AM–4PM Eastern.

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