It's known for its sweet, mild, sky-blue berries that taste similar to wild blueberries and are good for fresh eating, baking, and preserving. The firm, medium-sized blueberries consistently deliver a burst of tangy sweetness that is irresistible to blueberry enthusiasts.  Although Northcountry blueberries are self-fertile but not reliably, planting another variety such as North Blue, North Sky or Polaris, within 100 feet it can lead to larger fruit yields maintaining its productive reputation. The "Northcountry" blueberry is a hybrid blueberry known for its cold hardiness, compact size, and early harvest.