Repeat once during the growing season and again at the end of the summer.
May 24, When you are ready to plant your blueberries, dig a hole about inches deep, and 30 inches wide. Position the bushes 6′ apart and back fill the hole with 1 part Complete Landscape Mix, 1 part Mushroom Compost, and 1 part existing soil.
Also, sprinkle on some Cotton Seed Meal Fertilizer at a rate of 2 cups per bush. Water each plant well, and watch them grow!Estimated Reading Time: 1 min. When planting your Georgia Gem Blueberry be sure to choose the right location and conditions for your new plant to thrive.
Spring and Fall are ideal times to plant. However, if you avoid extreme temperatures you can plant your Blueberry almost any time of the year. Blueberry shrubs thrive in full sun and well-drained, moist, acidic soil/5(5). Once you make sure the soil is both fertile and of the right acidity, begin to plant your blueberry bushes by spacing them approximately four feet away from each other. Be sure to plant the blueberry bushes so that their bloom periods overlap.
For example, you want to have one mid season and one getting ready to start it's bloom period. Sep 21, Purchase 2- to 3-year old plants from a local nursery. They will start producing berries during your first growing season and are much stronger than younger plants. Dig the hole twice diameter and a 3 or 4 inches deeper than the root ball. Add some of the amended soil and place the plant.
If you cannot plant immediately, keep new arrivals cool and roots moist. To keep cool, it is recommended that you store in refrigerator or cool place. Unpack and Soak: Unpack your blueberry bush and soak in water for 3 to 6 hours just before planting. Cut Broken Roots. Dig Hole(s): The width of the hole should allow you to spread roots. If you are planting multiple blueberries, dig holes 4'-6'.