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Blueberry bushes are available at local retailers or by mail-order. Fall is the ideal planting time. Growing Blueberries in the Home Garden Blueberries can be grown in home gardens anywhere in North Carolina if the right species and proper soil modifications are used.

Blueberries ripen from June through August so each bush will provide several harvests.

This leaflet covers the basic growing requirements for homeowners interested in growing blueberry bushes. Feb 12, Rabbiteye blueberry – to Drainage Surface drainage (bedding, ditching) Internal drainage (mulch or bark amendments) Water Overhead (allows frost protection) Drip or micro-sprinkler (conserves water) Natural source such as a spring or a perched water table Organic matter (natural or added) Highbush blueberry -- % or greater.

Apr 02, Rabbiteye blueberries grow into large bushes, usually 6’+ tall and wide, but are capable of growing 12’ tall or more if they are not regularly pruned. Yearly pruning must be done to maintain fruit set each year.

Blueberries ripen from June through August so each bush will provide several harvests.

Pruning is done in late January through February and should be completed by March. Jun 22, Blueberry bushes are not very drought tolerant but they can also drown in chronically wet areas, so monitor soil moisture during the summer and irrigate if needed.

Older plants should be pruned to maintain size and to remove some old canes or any diseased or damaged wood. Jun 27, Some final notes on proper care of blueberry bushes. Remember that they need full sun to do well. They also need consistent watering to fruit well. For good blueberry plant care, you may also want to consider pruning your bushes as needed. Growing blueberry plants in your garden can be rewarding.

With a little tender, loving blueberry plant care, you can be serving your very own homegrown blueberries Estimated Reading Time: 2 mins.