Blueberries (Vaccinium) can be propagated in different ways. In addition to cuttings and planting, sowing is a popular method of growing blueberry bushes. You can find out how to do this in this guide.
Can blueberries be propagated by sowing?
When propagating blueberry plants withseeds, the seeds are placed in apropagation trayto createyoung plantsindoorspreferableUse potting soil for this. If you buy blueberry seeds, they are sown in March. You can sow your own harvested blueberry seeds in the fall.
When is the ideal time to sow blueberries?
TheSpringand theAutumn are suitable for propagating blueberries with seeds. If the seeds are purchased, sow the blueberry seeds in the spring to give preference to young plants. If you get the blueberry seeds from wild blueberry fruits, the plants are grown in autumn.
How do I sow blueberries?
Sowing blueberries in the garden is hardly different from other plants. Do the following:
- Fill seed tray or small pots with potting soil
- Spread seeds on top
- do not press into the soil (light germinator)
- Spray the substrate with lime-free water
- Cover containers or pots with plastic film
- poke small holes in the foil
- open and water regularly (spray soil)
- Optimal germination temperature: 15 to 20 degrees Celsius
When are the first shoots of the blueberry visible?
Blueberry seeds germinate between14 and 21 daysAfter this time you should see the first leaves. However, it takes a while for the young plants to form strong roots. That's why you should only prick out the blueberry when it has reached a height of 10 centimeters. You can plant the plants in the bed from mid-May. Like purchased blueberry plants, home-grown blueberries also need slightly acidic soil. Rhododendron or ericaceous soil is therefore ideal for the young plants.
Tip
Harvesting blueberry seeds
To extract seeds from fresh blueberries, cut the berries in half with a sharp knife. Then remove the cores with tweezers. Then place the seeds in a tea strainer and rinse them under running water. Once the seeds have been freed from the pulp, place them on a piece of kitchen paper to dry.
