Blueberries are a great perennial fruit crop to grow in the home garden, as they require little space, are easy to grow and unlike many fruit crops, have few insect and disease challenges. Managing ...

Nothing's sweeter than growing blueberries right outside your door. The luscious taste of blueberries would be reason enough to grow them, but these native Southern plants can also add a little ...

Blueberries are perennial woody shrubs native to North America and suitable for home gardens. They require full sun, acidic soil (pH around 5.0), and consistent moisture. Planting two or more ...

Have you ever wondered what would happen after a story ends? I have. The children’s book “Blueberries for Sal” came out in 1948 and has been a hit for 75 years. If Sal was 4 years old in the book, she ...

Blueberries are easy to grow, versatile and offer health benefits. They require acidic soil (pH 4.5-5.2) and consistent moisture. Highbush varieties are recommended for Ohio, with pruning necessary ...

Florida's blueberry industry has seen significant growth, producing over 20 million pounds annually. Southern highbush and rabbiteye are the two main blueberry types grown in Florida, each with ...

There is a group of plants classified as acid-loving that include shrubs, trees, flowers, fruits and berries as well as ground covers. Acid-loving plants thrive in acidic soil (soil pH range between 4 ...

School is out, and summer is near. Here’s something else to celebrate: Blueberries — those refreshing, deeply hued orbs of sweetness — are now ripening on bushes across Louisiana. Blueberries are ...