steps on how to PREPARE YOUR BLUEBERRY BUSHES FOR WINTER

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REMOVE FALLEN FRUIT

Sweet, fallen fruit will also attract critters passing through, which could lead to damage to other crops. The rotting blueberries may also attract yellow jackets that nobody wants that!

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SOIL TEST

Soil test in the fall during garden cleanup, but don’t apply fertilizer until the following spring before leaves have formed.

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CHECK PH

Blueberry bushes like the soil pH between 4.0 and 5.3. If the PH is too high you can decrease pH with sulfur, which comes in granular, pelletized, or liquid form.

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WATER THROUGH FIRST FROST

Although blueberries don’t react well to being over-watered, it’s important to water your bushes consistently and thoroughly up until the ground freezes.

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WINTER PROTECTION

In areas with particularly cold and long winters, extra protection may be necessary. To protect from harsh winds and heavy snow, stake the centers of your blueberry bushes to avoid breakage.

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CRITTERS

Raccoons, deer, and mice love blueberries. Click below to see some options to keep them away over the winter and in seasons to come.

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MULCH

Four to eight inches of mulch can be applied around your bushes. Pack it snugly but not so tight that the roots can’t breathe. Mulching will help maintain the pH of the soil and retain moisture. 

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