
How To Grow Blueberry Plants
Blueberry plants are native to North America. Blueberries first became a cultivated crop in the early 1900s. Cultivation of blueberries increased dramatically after studies identified them as a superfood high in antioxidants, known as anthocyanins. They are so delicious in smoothies, pies, panckes, and even salads!
HISTORY
Blueberry plants are native to North America. Blueberries first became a cultivated crop in the early 1900s. Cultivation of blueberries increased dramatically after studies identified them as a superfood high in antioxidants, known as anthocyanins.
USES
- Blueberries are used in baking, making jams and jellies, eaten fresh, and much more!
- Choose a location in full sun with well-draining soil.
- Test your soil pH. Blueberries prefer a pH of 4-5.
- Plant after the last spring frost.
- Space plants 2-3 feet apart.
- Top-dress with compost and mulch.


- Keep plants well-watered. 1-2 inches per week.
- In the second year, prune bushes when the plants have gone dormant, after leaf drop. (Usually in mid to late winter).
PESTS/SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
- Continue to prune each year to encourage healthy new growth.


- Blueberries can be propagated through softwood cutting in the spring or hardwood cuttings in the dormant season.
- Take 4-6 inch long cuttings using sterilized pruning shears.
- Dip the bottom end in rooting hormone.
- Plant into a pot with well drained potting soil.
- Keep moist but not wet until the cutting has rooted.

