Quereme de la Rosa. One of the most beautiful flowering shrubs in South America, this tropical blueberry is harvested extensively for its highly fragrant flowers. Glossy oval leaves and fist-sized clusters of two-toned pink flowers. This is a high elevation plant that won't tolerate excessive summer heat. Cool autumn and winter temperatures above freezing will stimulate bloom. The sweet, edible fruit looks like a large blueberry.
Ericaceae
Care & Hardiness:
Light: Part shade
Water: Moist, but make sure that it isn't sitting in water. Likes light, well-drained soil whether it is in the ground or grown in a pot.
Soil: Light mix with plenty of organic matter
Fertilizer: Slow release fertilizer for acid-loving plants (such as is sold for Rhododendrons)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 10. Likes mild, cool summers, so it won't grow well in areas with very hot weather in the summer. Can tolerate a mild frost.
