California Blueberry Nursery
- Location and Climate: CBN’s nursery is based in Reedley, California, benefiting from the area’s abundant sunshine, which is ideal for blueberry propagation and breeding.
- Specialization in Highbush Varieties: The nursery specializes in growing Southern Highbush and Northern Highbush blueberry varieties, adaptable to different climates and growing requirements.
- Chill Requirements: CBN is an expert in developing No Chill, Low Chill, Mid Chill, and High Chill blueberry varieties, which are suited to a wide range of climates, offering flexibility for growers across various regions.
- Propagation Techniques: CBN employs both cutting plants and tissue culture methods to ensure high-quality, uniform plant propagation, and also fulfills custom contract growing for commercial growers.
- Breeding Program and Variety Development: With one of the largest breeding programs in the U.S., CBN focuses on introducing unique blueberry varieties through a dedicated pipeline. The nursery maintains extensive trial blocks to test and refine each new variety for optimal growth, flavor, and resilience.
