How Do I Plant Blueberries

Tip: Be careful not to plant them too deeply. … Dig holes about 20 inches deep and 18 inches wide (or about twice as wide and twice as deep as the roots of the plant).Space bushes 4–5 feet apart in a row, with at least 8 feet between rows.

What month is best to plant blueberries?

Blueberries should be planted either in fall by mid-October or in early spring after severe freeze danger has passed. When you receive your plants, check them to make sure that they look healthy and the roots are moist. For best results, planting should be done within a day or two of arrival.

Are blueberries easy to grow?

Blueberry bushes are easy to grow, disease resistant, and can live for 30 to 40 years. There are three main types of plant: lowbush, highbush and rabbiteye. Be sure to select a variety that is rated for your growing climate. When purchasing blueberries, select at least two varieties for cross-pollination.