Blueberry Bushes

Question

I just planted two blueberry bushes (different varieties, so they can cross pollinate) bought from our local extension office/4H Club, and wonder when they will give fruit. I love them and am eager to find out when I can hope for a harvest. Please let me know what can I do to maximize yield on my bushes? If this works out, I might get two more!

Answer 1

You will likely see some fruiting this year and, if not, definitely by next year. But, they reach full maturity by year 3 or 4 and you will see far more fruit on the plant than you did the first 2 years. Here is some information you may find helpful: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/depts/hort/hil/hil-8207.html, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/growing-blueberry.htm