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Blueberry bushes should be planted about 4 to 5 feet apart for most varieties.   That spacing gives each bush enough room to grow and spread without competing for sunlight, water, or nutrients.   If you’ve been wondering how close blueberry bushes should be planted, the short answer is that it depends on the variety, … Read more

Blueberry bushes can be planted as close as 2 to 3 feet apart if you’re growing them as a hedgerow, but the ideal spacing for most home gardeners is 4 to 6 feet apart.   This gives each bush enough room to grow, breathe, and produce a solid harvest without competing for nutrients.   If … Read more

A blueberry plant needs a pot that is at least 12 to 16 inches deep and 18 to 24 inches wide for dwarf varieties.   For standard blueberry bushes, you’ll want a pot that’s more like 20 to 24 inches deep and wide.   So if you’ve been asking yourself “how big of a pot … Read more

You can tell when blueberries are ripe by looking at their color, feel, and how easily they come off the bush.   If you’ve ever stood in front of a blueberry bush wondering whether those little blue jewels are ready to pick, you’re not alone.   Knowing when blueberries are ripe is one of those … Read more

You can tell when blueberries are ready to pick when they turn a deep, uniform blue and practically fall into your hand with the gentlest touch.   If you’ve ever stood in front of a loaded blueberry bush wondering whether those berries are ready to pick or if you should wait another week, you’re not … Read more

Blueberry plants get as big as 12 feet tall and wide for some varieties, while others stay as compact as 1 to 2 feet.   That’s a pretty wide range, right?   So if you’ve been wondering how big blueberry plants get before you commit to planting one in your yard, the answer really depends … Read more