Since cultivated blueberries are most productive when two varieties are combined, it is recommended to create a blueberry bed. You can find out how to do this here.
What do I have to pay attention to when planting a blueberry bed?
Blueberries need a slightlyacidic garden soil(pH value: 4.0 to 5.0). The cultivated blueberry also loves theSun. To ensure that each shrub gets enough light, the planting distance should be at least 70 cm.
How much space does a blueberry bed need?
How much space blueberries need in the gardenultimately dependson thevariety. The following information is therefore for guidance only:
- Plant distance at least 70 cm
- Blueberry plants per square meter: one bush
- Planting hole: 100 cm, 50 cm deep
Which location is ideal for a blueberry bed?
Cultivated blueberries love thesun. So that you can harvest a lot of blueberries, choose a sunny location for your blueberry bed and maintain the planting distance. If the blueberry plants are too close, they block each other's light.
What soil quality does a blueberry bed have to have?
Cultivated blueberries preferslightly acidic garden soil. To take this into account, the planting hole is filled withRhododendron soilafter planting. The excavated material can be used for the raised bed or distributed in the garden.
Tip
Secure the blueberry bed with foil or wood
So that the blueberry bed remains slightly sour, it is recommended to cover the sides with foil or wood. The bottom of the bed remains open so that excess rainwater can drain away.
