Would Blueberry Bushes Grow In A Swampy Area

Question

The swampy area drains into a river. Native Tamarack trees grow in this area. We are 40 miles north of US border.

Answer 1

You could try it. This article says the native highbush blueberries are adapted to bogs and coastal areas, but you would need to get a native plant. The cultivars need well drained, acidic soil.

If you get a cultivar, you could build up a berm in your swamp to grow the blueberries. Or plant them in containers and set them on an area that is raised up from the swamp.

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

https://blueberries.extension.org/soil-drainage-and-irrigation-for-blueberry-crops/

http://www.gov.pe.ca/photos/original/eef_wildlifep10.pdf