When To Grow Southern Highbush Blueberry Seeds?

Question

Hi! I’m passionate about growing blueberries from seeds. I live in a warm climate (Pakistan), with high humidity in July and August. I can’t get blueberry plants here readily, so I want to give growing blueberries from seeds a try. I was hoping you could guide me on the time when I should sow the seeds. I have been able to find a source from where I can buy the required seeds. Thanks.

Answer 1

It will take some patience so be sure you get viable seed from a reputable source. You will have to stratify the seeds first, so that means three months in cold storage such as the freezer. Time it so that you will be sowing in fall. These articles should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/highbush-blueberry-plant-care-grow-highbush-blueberry-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-9-10-11/growing-blueberries-in-zone-9.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/blueberry-seed-planting.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/blueberries/how-to-propagate-blueberry-bushes.htm