Start by spraying the affected plants with Japanese Beetle Killer (pyrethrin) or neem at the first sign of attack. Pyrethrin-based insecticide is a safe and… Read More »How Do I Keep Japanese Beetles Off My Blueberry Bushes?
You’ll get the best blueberry crop if you plant at least three bushes with similar bloom times. They can mix and match their pollen that… Read More »How Many Blueberry Bushes Should I Plant?
Spraying is important to the survival of your plants. To handle potential diseases and pests, reference the guidelines below to know what you should spray,… Read More »Do You Need To Spray Blueberry Bushes?
Installing Blueberry Netting One is to simply drape the netting over the bushes to protect ripe berries until you are able to harvest them. Another… Read More »How Do You Net A Blueberry Bush?
Protect the blueberry bush from cold winter winds and ice damage by wrapping it in burlap. Start at the top of the plant and cover… Read More »How Do You Wrap A Blueberry Bush?
Birds and squirrels are the biggest dangers to blueberry bushes. Some other mammals can pose a threat too including deer, chipmunks, and rabbits. Which animal… Read More »What Animal Is Eating My Blueberry Bushes?
Deer Fencing It is recommended that fruit growers protect plants with a 7.5′ deer fence or taller, as deer usually will not jump this high… Read More »How Do Blueberry Farms Keep Deer Away?
However, even when cared for and planted in an area of acidic soil that receives full sunlight, they still attract bugs, most commonly blueberry maggot… Read More »Do Blueberry Bushes Attract Pests?
In general, blueberry roots do not extend very far from the plant. In most soils, 50% to 60% of the roots are located in the… Read More »How Far Do Blueberry Bush Roots Spread?
Remove Blooms for a Healthier Plant Removing the blooms (by hand for small growers) early in the season takes time, but aids in the establishment… Read More »Should I Pick The Flowers Off My Blueberry Bushes?