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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    March 13, 2018
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    Most varieties do lose their leaves. Low brush blueberries can be more adapted to the cold, and may not lose them in your area, but highbrush will most definitely lose their leaves. Here is a link to our collection of blueberry articles that will help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 18, 2018
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    You may have a few different reasons for the lack of fruit.
    I would first suggest a lighter colored pot for a container Blueberry.
    Also keep an eye on the soil moisture level, keep it moist but not soggy. Make sure the container is well draining.

    This article has more information.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/grow-blueberries-in-pots.htm

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    MichiganDot on
    March 24, 2018
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    I would start with a soil test. The correct pH and nutrients are vital for fruit development. You will also have more fruit if your plants are different varieties. Cross-fertilization produces a bigger crop unless you have a self-fertile cultivar. Do your plants flower but not set fruit? If so, they are not getting pollinated. Try planting bee-friendly flowers near-by that flower about the same time as the blueberries. Here is a comprehensive review of blueberry care in PNW. https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/ec1304/html

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    April 16, 2018
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    Unless you know, for sure, what varieties they are, it will be hard to tell. You can get close when you see leaves, growth pattern, timing of flowering, and fruit color, though.

    Alternatively, you can take photos, or plant samples up to your local extension service. They will be able to tell you a lot more about the specific cultivars.

    This link will help you find the closest one to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 29, 2018
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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    May 4, 2018
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    This is normal for a plant that has more fruit than it can support at the time. It is not, usually, a cause for concern. I would fertilize with a fertilizer specific to blueberries. They contain ammonium sulfate, rather than nitrates. This will be better suited for them. Also, dolomitic lime, and iron sulfate will help with conditioning the soil, and sweetening the fruit.

    This article will give you more information on the care of blueberry plants: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/growing-blueberry.htm

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