Blueberry - Rubel 24” LP

RUBEL - Firm berry, good for muffins, pies and pancakes. (zone 4-8)

BLUEBERRIES Blueberries contain vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that provide notable health benefits. For example, blueberries are rich in vitamin K, which helps promote heart health. The vitamin is also important in bone health and blood clotting. Blueberries are one of the best natural sources of antioxidants. They may reduce chronic disease risk, improve vision, enhance digestion and support overall health. Additionally, blueberries' antioxidants can help protect your skin from premature aging and reduce your risk of chronic diseases by helping tame chronic inflammation. 

How to care for upon arrival:

Remove Blueberry plants from shipping box immediately (if choosing delivery.) Store Blueberry plants in a cool moist place and untie the bundles. Keep roots moist at all times. Do not over water.

Soil:

Blueberries require an acid soil, a pH of 4.5 to 6. For best results, blueberries should be planted in peat, (can also use a mixture of 2/3 peat and 1/3 soil). The plant should be watered often in summer, when it sets fruit for the coming year.

Do not plant in any media other than soil.

How to Plant:

Plant roots in a shallow hole 6” deep, 12”– 24” in diameter. Mix soil - 2/3 Canadian Peat Moss and 1/3 soil from same hole. Fill hole 3” from top with mixture. Set plant in hole and cover with rest of the mixture. Water, then mound plant up at base 4”– 6” high with remaining mixture. Plant 2’ – 4’ apart. Water often, but do not over water. Do not trim roots.

DO NOT MULCH around our plants or fertilize plants until after roots are established. Do not plant or pot in any media containing bark or wood chips. We do not recommend potting in containers smaller than one gallon. 

When to Plant:

Fall or Spring

Where to Plant:

A blueberry bush is a slow grower, but will grow to a height of 6’ in ten years. It should be planted in full sun.