Blueberries
Blueberries are some of the juiciest cropping shrubs you can grow. These well-loved superfruits also pack a mighty nutritional punch – but that doesn’t mean they have to be hard to handle! Our expert tips show you how to plant smart so you can get the most from these acid-loving edibles.
Blueberries
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Fertilizing Blueberries - Learn About Blueberry Bush Fertilizer
Fertilizing blueberries is an excellent way to maintain the health of your blueberries. Find more information about fertilizer for blueberries and how best to fertilize them in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Reasons For Blueberry Chlorosis – Tips On Blueberry Chlorosis Treatment
Chlorosis in blueberry plants occurs when a lack of iron prevents the leaves from producing chlorophyll. This nutritional deficiency is often the cause for yellow or discolored blueberry leaves. Click here to learn what you can do about chlorosis in blueberry plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Spots On Blueberry Leaves – What Causes Blueberry Leaf Spot
Blueberry shrubs are supposed to have shiny green leaves. But, occasionally, you?ll see that those blueberry leaves have dark spots on them. Leaf spots on blueberries tell you something you may not want to hear: there is something amiss with your plant. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler
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Blueberry Stem Blight Info: Treating Blueberries With Stem Blight Disease
Blueberries with stem blight experience cane death. The disease has very obvious symptoms for which to watch. Failure to start blueberry stem blight treatment in a timely manner could mean more than the loss of the sweet berries. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hybrid Half High Blueberry – Growing Half High Blueberry Plants
For colder climates, half-high blueberry bushes are often recommended. But what is a half-high blueberry? Read on to learn more.
By Laura Miller
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What Are Blueberry Maggots: Learn About Maggots In Blueberries
Blueberry maggots are pests that often go undetected in the landscape until after blueberries are harvested. Learn more about blueberry maggot control in the following article.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Blueberry Leaf Spot Treatment: Learn About Types Of Blueberry Leaf Spot
Spotting on leaves may mean more than a cosmetic problem. There are several types of blueberry leaf spot, most of which are caused by different fungi, which can seriously affect the crop. Click this article for additional information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Blueberry Harvesting Season: Tips On Harvesting Blueberries
Blueberries are ranked number one in terms of their antioxidant benefits. Whether you grow your own or go to a U-Pick, the questions remain: when is blueberry harvesting season and how to harvest the blueberries? Find out in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Blueberry Plants Not Producing – Getting Blueberries To Bloom And Fruit
Do you have blueberry plants that are not producing fruit? Maybe even a blueberry bush that isn't even flowering? Fear not, the following information will help you sleuth out common reasons for this and what can be done to remedy the situation.
By Amy Grant
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Blueberry Winter Damage: Care Of Blueberries In Winter
Blueberry plant growth slows as dormancy develops and cold hardiness increases. In some instances, dormancy has not been established so protecting blueberries to mitigate any blueberry winter damage may become of primary importance. This article will help.
By Amy Grant
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My Blueberries Are Sour: How To Sweeten Sour Blueberries
When you pop fresh-picked blueberries into your mouth expecting sweet, delicious fruit, then sour blueberry fruit is a great disappointment. Read this article to learn why blueberries are sour and what to do with sour blueberries.
By Teo Spengler
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Common Types Of Blueberries: Best Varieties Of Blueberry For Gardens
Nutritious and delicious, blueberries are a superfood you can grow yourself. Before planting your berries though, it's helpful to learn about the different types of blueberry plants available and which are suited to your region. Learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Blueberry Seed Planting: Tips For Growing Blueberry Seed
Most home growers purchase cuttings, but did you know that blueberry seed planting will result in a plant as well? It?s true, though it will take longer to produce. Read this article for tips on growing blueberry plants from seed.
By Amy Grant
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Blueberry Plant Companions – Learn What To Plant With Blueberries
Why leave your blueberry shrub alone in your garden? The best blueberry cover crops and appropriate companions for blueberries will help your shrubs stay thrive. Click this article for more information about what to plant with blueberries.
By Teo Spengler
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Witches' Broom In Blueberry: Treating Blueberry Bushes With Witches' Broom
Blueberries have always been on my top ten list of favorite foods, and there is no end of good reasons to grow your own. So what happens when you see witches' broom in the blueberry bush? Is that it for the blueberry pancakes? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Container Grown Blueberry Plants – How To Grow Blueberries In Pots
Can I grow blueberries in a pot? Absolutely! In fact, in a lot of areas, growing blueberries in containers is preferable to growing them in the ground. Click this article to learn about how to grow blueberries in pots.
By Liz Baessler
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Soil Prep For Blueberry Plant: Lower Soil pH For Blueberries
Many times, if a blueberry bush is not doing well in a home garden, it is the soil that is to blame. Learn more about the proper soil pH for blueberries in this article so your berries will be nice and healthy.
By Heather Rhoades