Buy No More Blueberries! Use These Tips To Get As Much As You Want.

Blueberries are one of the best berries at the end of summer!

I love them. In pie, jam, sauce with meat, they go well with everything.

The only concern is that it is a very expensive fruit ...

And going to pick them in the wild is not necessarily easy.

Having a constant supply of blueberries is my dream!

It's a great way to add a little sweetness (and vitamins and minerals) to your breakfast or favorite recipe.

Here are 6 easy tips to grow your own blueberries and never buy them again!

So why not grow your own blueberries at home?

This allows you to save money and enjoy these small berries whenever you want!

here is 6 easy tips to grow your own blueberries and never buy them again! Look :

1. Choose the right strain

how to choose the best variety of blueberries

Before you plant your blueberries, do some research to find the right species that will suit your climate.

Some people tolerate frost (like Northland or Atlantic), others prefer more temperate climates (like Ivanhoé or Darrow).

If you can, choose 2 different species that will produce staggered fruit.

Thus, you will have it from July to October. In addition, it is better for their pollination.

2. Check the acidity of your soil

plant blueberries in acidic soil

The acidity of the soil is very important for growing a blueberry tree. We recommend a soil pH between 4 and 5.

Don't know how to test your soil for acidity? Check out our tip here.

If your soil is not acidic enough, bury pine needles in the hole when planting blueberry.

Why ? Because this will naturally increase the acidity of the soil.

If your soil or weather conditions are not ideal, plant the blueberry tree directly in a pot.

You will be able to bring him everything he needs and take it out or in depending on the temperatures.

3. Choose the right place to plant them

how to properly plant a blueberry bush

Blueberries need a lot of light to develop rapidly.

They also need good light soil, if possible a little sandy.

The best planting time is in the month of September.

Choose a place that is sunny and provides some shade if possible in the summer so that they are not scorched by the sun.

If you are planting several blueberries, leave a good meter between each bush so that they have enough nutrients.

If you opt for planting in a pot, choose a pot of at least 45 cm in diameter.

Give them plenty to drink, especially in the dry season.

4. Protect your blueberries from predators

how to protect berry bushes from birds

Once the berries start growing on your tree, it is necessary to protect your blueberry tree from predators.

Indeed, insects, birds and plenty of hungry gluttons love to eat blueberries.

To protect your treasure, nothing could be simpler!

Surround your tree with bamboo stems and cover them with food grade netting.

5. Prune blueberries at the right time

how to properly prune a blueberry tree

Blueberries can produce fruit for 20 years!

To ensure their longevity, it is essential to prune your shrubs every 2 or 3 years.

But be aware that pruned shrubs will not produce blueberries the year you prune.

This is why it is best to have several plants to alternate the pruning seasons and always have fruit to harvest.

Do you only have one blueberry tree and want to grow another?

Don't worry, it's very easy. You can do this either by cutting off the existing foot or by layering it.

You will thus have a new shrub the following year.

6. Picking

when to pick blueberries

Buds usually appear in early spring.

As for the berries, they are generally ready to be picked from July to October depending on the variety.

When the blueberries turn blue, wait a few more days. Ripe berries will fall into your hands on their own.

And even when there are no more fruits, the blueberry will delight you with its beautiful flamboyant red fall colors.

Your turn...

Have you tried these tips for having free blueberries at home? Tell us in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to hear from you!

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