Rabbiteye Blueberries
Native to the Southeast, rabbiteyes are the toughest blueberries in heat, humidity and variable soils — and the largest bushes here at 6–10 ft unpruned. One rule is non-negotiable: rabbiteyes need a *different* rabbiteye variety nearby to fruit. Plant the trio (Premier + Brightwell + Powderblue) and pick from early to late.
Premier
Early for a rabbiteye · Large berries · 6–8 ft tall · ~550 chill hours
Brightwell
Mid · Medium-large berries · 6–8 ft tall · ~350–400 chill hours
Tifblue
Mid to late · Medium-large, light blue berries · 6–8 ft tall · ~600–700 chill hours
Powderblue
Late — closes the rabbiteye season · Medium-large, heavy powdery bloom berries · 6–8 ft tall · ~550–650 chill hours
Compare every type side by side in Northern vs Southern vs Rabbiteye, or let the Variety Finder match a type to your zone.