Having a steady supply of blueberries on hand is a great way to add a little sweetness (and some vitamins and minerals) to your breakfast or favorite smoothie. Blueberries are also a tasty snack all on their own. Unfortunately, blueberries can be a bit expensive.
But if you grow your own blueberries at home, you can skip the inflated prices and enjoy fresh fruit from your own garden.
Check out the following tips for growing your own blueberries:
1. Picky, picky, picky:
Before planting your blueberry bush, do a little research and make sure you snag a bush that will grow best in your climate. Some berries do better in humid climates, while other varieties do just fine in freezing temperature.
2. Consider the soil:
Acidity matters. You will need a soil pH of between 4 and 5. If your soil and/or weather conditions aren’t ideal for berry growing, you can plant them in pots.
3. Plant them right:
Your berries need plenty of sunlight and good soil. If you are planting them in the ground, choose a spot that gets a lot of sunlight. Leave at least 5 feet between each bush. If you opt for pot-planting, choose an 18-inch pot. Give them about 1 to 2 inches of water per week.
4. Keep them safe:
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