Blueberry is a blue berry that is sweet and sour and rich in nutritional value. It is a fruit that is very popular among girls in the market. So can blueberries be grown at home? How to grow blueberries at home? When is the best time to plant blueberry saplings?

Blueberries can be grown at home, but because the home space is small, the light is insufficient, the ventilation is poor, and it is easy to get sick and pests, so if you grow blueberries at home, you can place the potted plants on the balcony or outdoors in a sunny and ventilated place.

1. How to grow blueberries at home?

1. Flower pot selection

Blueberries are shallow-rooted plants. When choosing a flower pot, it should not be too deep, with a depth of about 40cm. Seedlings that are 2-3 years old generally choose a pot with a diameter of 25-30cm, and choose a suitable pot mouth according to the development of the seedlings. The material should be mud pots with good air permeability, followed by purple sand pots and pottery pots.

2. Variety selection

Choose cold-resistant or drought-resistant varieties according to the area where you live. Choose shorter plants in the north. Choose Tianhou blueberry seedlings as the variety, which is suitable for blueberries grown in the south. There are two types: southern highbush and rabbiteye.

3. Soil

Blueberries are suitable for growing in acidic soil, loose, fertile and well-drained soil.

4. Sufficient light

Blueberries require sufficient light for germination and fruiting. Only shading is required during the bud stage, and sufficient light is required at other times.

5. Ventilation environment

Frequent ventilation can prevent diseases, and timely pruning of excess branches can also provide smooth ventilation conditions for the branches.

6. Temperature

Choose drought-tolerant and cold-resistant varieties according to the environment in your region, but you must also avoid cold and drought. Winter temperatures below 7℃ will have an impact on the blueberry results in the coming year. .

2. When is the best time to plant blueberry saplings?

The most suitable seasons for planting blueberries are spring and autumn. The general planting month in spring is February to March. At this time, the temperature is higher, and it is easier for buds to take root and survive. The most suitable month for planting in autumn is around November, not too late as it is susceptible to winter freezes to survive.

Precautions for potted blueberries:

1. In the first two years, the main purpose is tree maintenance. Pay attention to pruning during care to prevent too many fruits and excessive nutrient consumption.

2. Do a good job of weeding, pruning and ventilation

3. Provide more ventilation and lighting to prevent diseases

4. Insulate in winter

5. Water and fertilizer management

6. Change the appropriate pot size in a timely manner

The above is an introduction to the method of planting blueberries in pots and the best planting time. Grasp these precautions and methods. Then you have to be patient and careful, and I believe everyone can grow good blueberries.