How do you care for a blue berry bush?

Question

I just inhareted a blueberry bush, I'm not sure where to plant it or if i have to cut it a certain way?

Answer 1

I have blueberries growing in pots. The planting medium is extremely important. Using 1/3 peat moss, 1/3 pathway bark and 1/3 potting soil is what I use along with a handful of azalea food. Each morning I pour whatever coffee is left in my pot -- as well as the grounds. My biggest problem is keeping the birds away. You probably need to change the pH in your soil. The roots also are very shallow, so you need to keep your soil moist. Deep watering doesn't do the trick. Just water often and every six weeks throw a handful of azalea/rhodedendron food.

Answer 2

Checkout this website on Gardener's Network. It gives information on caring for blueberry bushes. Good Luck!

http://www.gardenersnet.com/fruit/blueberry.htm

Answer 3

It can survive in shade. It needs acidic soil (get the magnesium sulfate or other material recommended for rhododendrons and azaleas). It really doesn't need much in the line of pruning or special care.