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Before scientists worked out how to grow blueberries in the early 20th century, the only way you could enjoy this delicious fruit was to pick them from the wild bushes. Today, you can easily grow all three major varieties of blueberries in different climates. Blueberries are resistant to most pests and diseases, and can continuously bear fruit in the summer for 20 years. Blueberries are not only easy to grow, but they are also packed with antioxidants, bringing delicious flavor with a beautiful look to your back garden. Follow the steps below to find the right blueberries for your climate and start growing! [1] X Research Source
Steps
Choose Breed
- You’ll probably want to choose a variety with different ripening times, either large (best for fresh eating and desserts) or small (great for muffins and pancakes).
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- Low-canopy blueberries tolerate cold well and are suitable for areas with a plant hardiness scale of two to six according to the division of the United States Department of Agriculture. This hardy variety has a low canopy close to the ground and is about 15 to 45 cm tall. Low-crushed blueberries produce small, sweet berries.
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- High-canopy blueberries are best suited to warm climates, i.e. areas with a plant hardiness scale of four to seven according to the United States Department of Agriculture. The tall blueberry is the most common variety and produces large, dark fruit on trees 183 to 244 cm tall.
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- Rabbit-eye blueberries grow well in areas on a seven to nine scale and are known for their tolerance to high temperatures and drought. Blueberries are usually smaller than tall varieties and ripen near the end of summer, later than other varieties.
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Creating the Right Conditions
- Consider mixing peat moss into the soil to enhance drainage. Although peat moss can absorb 10 to 20 times its dry weight in water, they are harmful to the environment and relatively expensive. There are a number of environmental costs associated with peat moss, including the fuel costs needed to dig drainage ditches, harrow and dry the sludge, and pack and haul it long distances. [4] X Research Sources
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- However, if you still want to use peat moss, prepare a planting area about 0.75 m in diameter and 0.3 m deep. Take out no more than half of the soil and mix this mass with an equal amount of peat moss. Then mix the moss/soil mixture back into the planting area. [5] X Research Sources
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- If you are concerned about the consequences of peat moss, consider building a wooden raised garden instead. Blueberries grow well in raised pots 1 to 1.2 m wide and 20 to 30 cm tall. Make a simple planter box from two 2.5 x 20 cm cedar boards, approximately 245 cm long. Cedars are great for gardening because they don’t deteriorate over time. [6] X Research Sources
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- Your local Department of Agriculture will usually have a soil test kit, carrying bag, and instruction sheet. After adjusting the soil, test the pH again.
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- If the pH is below 4, add an acid fertilizer or potting mix to the soil to increase the acidity.
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- If the pH is above 4.5, mix granular sulfur into the soil to lower the pH.
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Growing Blueberries
- To grow blueberries from seed, sow the seeds in a flat, 7.5-cm-deep wooden box containing finely ground moist, moist wormwood. Keep the moisture in the room at a temperature of 15 to 21 degrees Celsius and cover with newspaper.
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- Seeds will grow into seedlings within a month. Place the plant in a sunny spot and continue to grow it in the vine until it reaches a height of 5 to 7 cm. You can then move the plant into a larger pot or into the garden. [7] X Research Sources
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Blueberry Care
- Each year thereafter, remove all low-growing branches near the base of the tree by immediately cutting off the branching part of each branch. Remove all dead and/or young branches, as well as any discolored, spotted branches.
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- Prune low-canopy blueberries by cutting off branches close to the ground. Pruned trees will not bear fruit in the first season after pruning. Every two years, you should prune half of the trees planted so that each year there is still a harvest.
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- The cutting stage should remove from 1/3 to 1/2 the amount of branches on each tree. Prune more branches if needed.
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- Seed flours such as soybean and alfalfa are good organic choices. Use 1/4 to 2 cups of fertilizer per plant depending on size.
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- Blood meal and cottonseed meal also work well.
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- Fertilize in early spring and again in late spring for best results. Always water thoroughly after fertilizing.
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Advice
- Protect blueberries with a bird net in early summer to prevent birds from eating them.
- Blueberries are commonly grown in humid northern climates with cold winters and cool summers.
- When there are too many ripe fruits, freeze them or make jam, as the fruit does not keep for long after harvest.
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Before scientists worked out how to grow blueberries in the early 20th century, the only way you could enjoy this delicious fruit was to pick them from the wild bushes. Today, you can easily grow all three major varieties of blueberries in different climates. Blueberries are resistant to most pests and diseases, and can continuously bear fruit in the summer for 20 years. Blueberries are not only easy to grow, but they are also packed with antioxidants, bringing delicious flavor with a beautiful look to your back garden. Follow the steps below to find the right blueberries for your climate and start growing! [1] X Research Source
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